Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic SZ1

On this page, we will be looking at the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic SZ1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and SZ1 (16MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and SZ1 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The Z5 was launched 8 years after the SZ1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Z5 scores against the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 offers physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Z5 and the SZ1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and SZ1 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The image here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and SZ1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z5 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will render extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher Z5 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.