Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced July 2020
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 240g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Successor is Sony RX100 II
Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Nikon Z5 and Sony RX100, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the RX100 (20MP) is very similar but the Z5 (Full frame) and RX100 (1") boast different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z5 was introduced 8 years after the RX100 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z5 matches up against the RX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Sony RX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Sony RX100
Z5 | RX100 | |||
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Introduced | July 2020 | August 2012 | More modern by 97 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 over the Nikon Z5
RX100 | Z5 | |||
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Display resolution | 1229k | 1040k | Sharper display (+189k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Sony RX100
Z5 | RX100 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z5 provides 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 Sony RX100 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).
Check out the Nikon Z5 and Sony RX100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Z5 versus the RX100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and RX100 is 62 and 91 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and RX100.
Plainly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z5 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Z5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2020-07-20 | 2012-08-28 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 lbs) | 240g (0.53 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 390 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 shots | 330 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Launch price | $1,399 | $448 |