Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic ZS40

Lets look closer at the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic ZS40, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is fairly well matched but the Z50 (APS-C) and ZS40 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z50 was unveiled 5 years after the ZS40 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Z50 matches up vs the ZS40 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z50 offers external measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS40 has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Z50 versus the ZS40.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and ZS40 is 74 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z50 and ZS40.

To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z50 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z50 will give you extra detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern Z50 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.