Nikon Z5 vs Sony ZV-E10

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon Z5 versus Sony ZV-E10, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the ZV-E10 (24MP) is pretty well matched but the Z5 (Full frame) and ZV-E10 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The Z5 was introduced 12 months prior to the ZV-E10 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-E10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the Z5 matches up against the ZV-E10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 and Sony ZV-E10. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Sony ZV-E10 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 has exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E10 has measurements of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).

Check the Nikon Z5 versus Sony ZV-E10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Z5 vs the ZV-E10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and ZV-E10 is 62 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and ZV-E10.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The Z5 has the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower DOF simpler. The older Z5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.