Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic GH2

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon Z50 versus Panasonic GH2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and GH2 (16MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and GH2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The Z50 was introduced 8 years after the GH2 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the Z50 scores vs the GH2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z50 has got external 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 GH2 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Check the Nikon Z50 versus Panasonic GH2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z50 and the GH2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and GH2 is 74 and 70 respectively.

Often, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The picture here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and GH2.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z50 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z50 will render extra detail using its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent Z50 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.