Nikon Z8 vs OM System OM-5
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Nikon Z8 vs OM System OM-5 Key Specs
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- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.20" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 7680 x 4320 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 910g - 144 x 119 x 83mm
- Released May 2023
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- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 414g - 125 x 85 x 50mm
- Launched October 2022
- Old Model is Olympus E-M5 III
Nikon Z8 vs OM System OM-5 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon Z8 and OM System OM-5, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the Z8 (46MP) and OM System OM-5 (20MP) and the Z8 (Full frame) and OM System OM-5 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z8 was revealed 7 months after the OM System OM-5 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Z8 grades versus the OM System OM-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z8 vs OM System OM-5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z8 & OM System OM-5. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z8 Gallery & OM System OM-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the OM System OM-5
Z8 | OM System OM-5 | |||
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Launched | May 2023 | October 2022 | More modern by 7 months | |
Display sizing | 3.20" | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2089k | 1040k | Crisper display (+1049k dot) |
Reasons to pick OM System OM-5 over the Nikon Z8
OM System OM-5 | Z8 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z8 and OM System OM-5
Z8 | OM System OM-5 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z8 vs OM System OM-5 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z8 offers external measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) whilst the OM System OM-5 has sizing of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") along with a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z8 and OM System OM-5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Z8 and the OM System OM-5.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z8 and OM System OM-5 is 55 and 80 respectively.
Nikon Z8 vs OM System OM-5 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z8 and OM System OM-5.
Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z8 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z8 will give more detail because of its extra 26MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The newer Z8 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.