Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G5

Below, we will be contrasting the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic G5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and G5 (16MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and G5 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z50 was launched 7 years after the G5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Z50 matches up versus the G5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z50 comes with outer measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") along with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic G5 has measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check out the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic G5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Z50 vs the G5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and G5 is 74 and 74 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z50 and G5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z50 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z50 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger Z50 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.