Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic S1R

Here is a extensive analysis of the Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic S1R, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and S1R (47MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and S1R (Full frame) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The Z50 was introduced 9 months later than the S1R which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Z50 scores against the S1R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z50 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Panasonic S1R Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon Z50 offers physical dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic S1R has sizing of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Z50 and the S1R.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and S1R is 74 and 54 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z50 and S1R.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z50 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic S1R will deliver greater detail using its extra 26MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger Z50 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.