Nikon Z5 vs Sony HX1

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon Z5 versus Sony HX1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and HX1 (1/2.4") offer different sensor size.

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The Z5 was introduced 11 years after the HX1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z5 grades versus the HX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 features 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) and the Sony HX1 has specifications of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Z5 compared to the HX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and HX1 is 62 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and HX1.

As you can see, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z5 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will deliver more detail using its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer Z5 provides a benefit in sensor technology.