Nikon Z5 vs Sony QX1

Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon Z5 vs Sony QX1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Lens-style by competitors Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is very well matched but the Z5 (Full frame) and QX1 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z5 was revealed 5 years after the QX1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Z5 scores versus the QX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 & Sony Alpha QX1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Sony QX1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 features external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Sony QX1 has proportions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the Z5 vs the QX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and QX1 is 62 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The pic below will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and QX1.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z5 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will give you more detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent Z5 will have an advantage in sensor technology.