Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G100
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G100 Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Launched October 2019
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- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 352g - 116 x 83 x 54mm
- Released June 2020
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G100 Overview
Lets look closer at the Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the G100 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Z50 (APS-C) and G100 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Z50 was unveiled 8 months prior to the G100 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Z50 matches up vs the G100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 & Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Panasonic G100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Panasonic G100
Z50 | G100 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Nikon Z50
G100 | Z50 | |||
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Released | June 2020 | October 2019 | Fresher by 8 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1840k | 1040k | Crisper screen (+800k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic G100
Z50 | G100 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z50 provides external dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G100 has proportions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the Z50 vs the G100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and G100 is 74 and 81 respectively.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G100 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z50 and G100.
As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z50 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z50 will show greater detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older Z50 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G100 Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z50 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2019-10-10 | 2020-06-24 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 15 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 1,840k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/500 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 3.60 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x1920 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 397 grams (0.88 lb) | 352 grams (0.78 lb) |
Dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photographs | 270 photographs |
Form of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $857 | $698 |