Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic FS12

On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic FS12, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and FS12 (12MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and FS12 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z50 was unveiled 10 years later than the FS12 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Z50 scores against the FS12 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Panasonic FS12 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z50 enjoys outside 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 FS12 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z50 vs the FS12.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z50 and FS12 is 74 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The visual below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z50 and FS12.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z50 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z50 will offer you greater detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent Z50 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.