Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic SZ8

Below, we are looking at the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic SZ8, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and SZ8 (16MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and SZ8 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor size.

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The Z50 was introduced 5 years later than the SZ8 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Z50 scores versus the SZ8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z50 enjoys physical measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ8 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic SZ8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Z50 against the SZ8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and SZ8 is 74 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z50 and SZ8.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z50 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z50 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Z50 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.