Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic GH5
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic GH5 Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Introduced October 2019
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- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 725g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Launched January 2017
- Succeeded the Panasonic GH4
- Successor is Panasonic GH5 II
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic GH5 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic GH5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the GH5 (20MP) is relatively close but the Z50 (APS-C) and GH5 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor size.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe Z50 was released 2 years later than the GH5 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Z50 scores against the GH5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic GH5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Panasonic GH5
Z50 | GH5 | |||
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Launched | October 2019 | January 2017 | More recent by 34 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5 over the Nikon Z50
GH5 | Z50 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1620k | 1040k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic GH5
Z50 | GH5 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3.2" | Identical screen size | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic GH5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z50 has got exterior measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5 has measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic GH5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Z50 versus the GH5.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and GH5 is 74 and 59 respectively.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic GH5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and GH5.
As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z50 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z50 will render more detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger Z50 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic GH5 Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2019-10-10 | 2017-01-04 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,620k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto/Redeye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On w/Redeye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Redeye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 397 grams (0.88 pounds) | 725 grams (1.60 pounds) |
Dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 77 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 807 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 images | 410 images |
Battery style | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs; 10 secs w/3 shots) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | 1 | Dual |
Launch cost | $857 | $1,298 |