Nikon Z5 vs Sony WX500

Following is a complete overview of the Nikon Z5 and Sony WX500, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and WX500 (18MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and WX500 (1/2.3") have different sensor size.

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The Z5 was unveiled 5 years after the WX500 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Z5 scores vs the WX500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Sony WX500 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 has got physical measurements 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 WX500 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Examine the Nikon Z5 and Sony WX500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the Z5 against the WX500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and WX500 is 62 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5 and WX500.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z5 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z5 will deliver extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern Z5 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.