Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic GH4

Here is a extended review of the Nikon Z8 versus Panasonic GH4, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the Z8 (46MP) and GH4 (16MP) and the Z8 (Full frame) and GH4 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z8 was brought out 9 years later than the GH4 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Z8 scores vs the GH4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z8 Gallery & Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z8 has got exterior measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH4 has dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Z8 and the GH4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z8 and GH4 is 55 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The visual underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z8 and GH4.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z8 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon Z8 will give you greater detail having its extra 30MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher Z8 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.