Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G85

The following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic G85, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and G85 (16MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and G85 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z50 was introduced 3 years after the G85 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the Z50 matches up versus the G85 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Panasonic G85 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z50 provides exterior dimensions 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 G85 has proportions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z50 and the G85.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and G85 is 74 and 69 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and G85.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z50 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z50 will offer you greater detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer Z50 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.