Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic FZ300

Below is a in depth review of the Nikon Z50 versus Panasonic FZ300, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and FZ300 (12MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and FZ300 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z50 was launched 4 years later than the FZ300 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the Z50 grades against the FZ300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z50 features outer 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 Panasonic FZ300 has dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z50 versus Panasonic FZ300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Z50 versus the FZ300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and FZ300 is 74 and 59 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The photograph here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and FZ300.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z50 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z50 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer Z50 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.