Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic ZS100
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic ZS100 Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Launched October 2019
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Announced January 2016
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS200
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic ZS100 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon Z50 versus Panasonic ZS100, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the ZS100 (20MP) is very similar but the Z50 (APS-C) and ZS100 (1") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe Z50 was unveiled 3 years later than the ZS100 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Z50 scores versus the ZS100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic ZS100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Panasonic ZS100
Z50 | ZS100 | |||
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Announced | October 2019 | January 2016 | Fresher by 46 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Nikon Z50
ZS100 | Z50 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic ZS100
Z50 | ZS100 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 1040k | The same display resolution | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic ZS100 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z50 has physical dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS100 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z50 versus Panasonic ZS100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the Z50 against the ZS100.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and ZS100 is 74 and 87 respectively.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic ZS100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and ZS100.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z50 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z50 will deliver more detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher Z50 will have an edge in sensor tech.
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic ZS100 Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ100 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2019-10-10 | 2016-01-05 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | MOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 1,166k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 9.9 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | - | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 397g (0.88 pounds) | 312g (0.69 pounds) |
Dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 559 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 shots | 300 shots |
Battery form | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $857 | $700 |