Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G9
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Revealed October 2019
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
- Launched November 2017
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G9 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic G9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the G9 (20MP) is very similar but the Z50 (APS-C) and G9 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizing.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z50 was announced 24 months later than the G9 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Z50 matches up vs the G9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G9 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z50 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Panasonic G9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Panasonic G9
Z50 | G9 | |||
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Launched | October 2019 | November 2017 | Fresher by 24 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Nikon Z50
G9 | Z50 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic G9
Z50 | G9 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G9 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z50 has external dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic G9 has dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic G9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Z50 versus the G9.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and G9 is 74 and 62 respectively.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G9 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and G9.
To sum up, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z50 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z50 will deliver extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Z50 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G9 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G9 Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z50 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2019-10-10 | 2017-11-08 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
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 |
Maximum resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 397 gr (0.88 lbs) | 658 gr (1.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | 400 pictures |
Style of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | DMW-BLF19 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Cost at launch | $857 | $1,500 |