Nikon Z5 vs Sony RX100

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.