Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic ZS45

Here, we are looking at the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic ZS45, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and ZS45 (16MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and ZS45 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The Z5 was unveiled 5 years after the ZS45 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the Z5 scores against the ZS45 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 offers exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS45 has specifications of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic ZS45 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Z5 compared to the ZS45.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and ZS45 is 62 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specs. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and ZS45.

All in all, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z5 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z5 will offer you extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher Z5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.