Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic ZS30

Let's look more closely at the Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic ZS30, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the ZS30 (18MP) is fairly comparable but the Z50 (APS-C) and ZS30 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The Z50 was launched 6 years later than the ZS30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z50 grades against the ZS30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z50 features exterior dimensions 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 ZS30 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z50 vs the ZS30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and ZS30 is 74 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and ZS30.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z50 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon Z50 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent Z50 provides an edge in sensor innovation.