Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic GX8

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic GX8, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is pretty close but the Z5 (Full frame) and GX8 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z5 was brought out 5 years later than the GX8 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the Z5 matches up vs the GX8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 comes with physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Panasonic GX8 has specifications of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") and a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z5 compared to the GX8.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and GX8 is 62 and 74 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and GX8.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z5 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will render extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger Z5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.