Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic ZS3

Here is a in depth overview of the Nikon Z50 versus Panasonic ZS3, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and ZS3 (10MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and ZS3 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z50 was released 10 years later than the ZS3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the Z50 grades versus the ZS3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z50 offers outside 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 ZS3 has dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z50 versus Panasonic ZS3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Z50 vs the ZS3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z50 and ZS3 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z50 and ZS3.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z50 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z50 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher Z50 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.