Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G1

Let's look more in depth at the Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and G1 (12MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and G1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z50 was released 10 years after the G1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the Z50 grades vs the G1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z50 provides outside measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z50 against the G1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and G1 is 74 and 82 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and G1.

To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z50 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z50 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer Z50 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.