Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic LX100

Following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic LX100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and LX100 (13MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and LX100 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z50 was manufactured 5 years after the LX100 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Z50 grades versus the LX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z50 enjoys outer 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) while the Panasonic LX100 has proportions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") and a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Z50 and the LX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and LX100 is 74 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The picture here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and LX100.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z50 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z50 will render greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern Z50 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.