Nikon Z50 vs Olympus 7010

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon Z50 and Olympus 7010, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and 7010 (12MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and 7010 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z50 was launched 10 years later than the 7010 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus 7010 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Z50 grades against the 7010 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z50 and Olympus Stylus 7010. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Olympus 7010 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z50 has outside measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Olympus 7010 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Nikon Z50 and Olympus 7010 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Z50 vs the 7010.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z50 and 7010 is 74 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The photograph below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and 7010.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z50 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z50 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Z50 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.