Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2

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      Specifications

      General Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      BrandNikonPanasonic
      ModelZ5Lumix DMC-GH2
      Predecessor ModelPanasonic Lumix DMC-GH1
      Successor ModelPanasonic Lumix DMC-GH3
      MSRP$1399 (body only), $1699 (w/24-50mm lens), $2199 (w/24-200mm lens)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Sensor TypeCMOSCMOS
      Sensor FormatFX
      Sensor SizeFull FrameMicro Four Thirds
      Sensor Dimensions35.9 x 23.9 mm17.3 x 13 mm
      Total Pixels24.93 Megapixel18 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels24.3 Megapixel16 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range100 - 51,200160 - 12,800
      Boosted ISO Range50 - 102,400
      Photo Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      ProcessorEXPEED 6Venus Engine FHD
      Max Image Resolution6016 x 40164608 x 3456
      Other Resolutions4752 x 3168, 4976 x 2800, 3520 x 1980, 3456 x 3456, 3360 x 2240, 3264 x 2448, 2448 x 2448, 2400 x 1600, 2336 x 1752, 1920 x 1280, 1920 x 1080, 1920 x 1440, 1744 x 1744, 1792 x 1792
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 3:2, 16:91:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, normal, basicFine, Standard
      Bit Depth14-Bit
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Direct Sunlight, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Preset Manual, ShadeAuto / Daylight / Cloudy / Shade / Halogen / Flash / White Set 1, 2, 3, 4 / Color temperature setting 2,500 K - 10,000 K in 100 K, with Blue/amber bias, Magenta/green bias adjustment and white balance bracket--3 exposures in blue/amber axis or in magenta/green axis
      WB Bracketing3 frames in either blue/amber or magenta/green axis
      Active D-LightingCan be selected from:
      Auto
      Extra High
      High
      Normal
      Low
      Off
      Active D-Lighting Bracketing
      Focus Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Focusing SystemHybrid phase-detection/contrast AF with AF assist
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View      		Multi-area
      Selective single-point
      Tracking
      Single
      Continuous
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Full-Time Servo, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      AF Detection Range3 to +19 EV
      Number of Focus Points27323
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points0
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Lens MountNikon ZMicro Four Thirds
      Crop Factor1x2x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation5 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Screen TypeTiltingFully Articulated
      Screen TechnologyTFT LCDTFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.2"3.0"
      Screen Resolution1,040k dot460k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      ViewfinderElectronic (OLED)Electronic (LVF)
      Viewfinder Size0.5"
      Viewfinder Coverage100%100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.80x1.42x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.80x0.71x
      Viewfinder Resolution3,690k dot1,534k dot
      Viewfinder Eyepoint21 mm
      Diopter Adjustment-4 to +2
      Eye SensorAutomatically switches between monitor and viewfinder displays
      Shutter Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Shutter TypeElectronic, Mechanical Focal Plane
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec60 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting4.5 fps3.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 4.5 fps at 24.3 MP
      Flash Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFront-curtain sync
      Rear-curtain sync
      Red-eye reduction
      Red-eye reduction with slow sync
      Slow sync
      Off      		Auto
      On
      Off
      Red-Eye
      Slow Sync
      Flash Range15.60 m
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/200 sec1/160 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +1 EV (1/3, 1/2 EV Steps)
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemTTL: i-TTL flash control; i-TTL balanced fill-flash is used with matrix, center-weighted, and highlight-weighted metering, standard i-TTL fill-flash with spot meteringTTL Auto with FL220 / FL360 / FL500 (Optional)
      External Flash ConnectionHot ShoeHot-shoe: TTL Auto with FL220 / FL360 / FL500 (Optional)
      Exposure Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Highlight-weighted
      Spot      		Multi
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter PriorityProgram AE / Aperture Priority AE / Shutter Priority AE / Manual / Auto
      Metering Range-3 to +17 EV
      Exposure Compensation±5 EV (1/3 EV, 1/2 EV increments)±5 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV (3, 5, 7 shots at 1/3 EV, 2/3 EV, 1 EV increments)
      Exposure LockLuminosity locked at detected value
      DXO Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      DxO Low Light ISO655
      DxO Color Depth21.2
      DxO Dynamic Range11.3
      DxO Overall Score60
      Video Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Movie File FormatMOV
      MP4
      Internal Recording ModesH.264/MOV/MP4
      4K UHD: 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98/25/29.97 fps
      Full HD: 1920 x 1080p @ 23.98/25/29.97/50/59.94 fps      		Yes
      Interval Recording
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264AVCHD, Motion JPEG
      Max Video Resolution3840 x 21601920 x 1080
      External Recording Modes8-Bit via HDMI
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) up to 29.97 fps
      Webcam Functionality
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Recording Limit30 min30 min
      Terminals Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Audio I/O1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Headphone Output
      1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Stereo Microphone Input
      Power I/O1 x USB-C Input/Output
      Other I/O1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
      1 x Nikon DC2 Input
      USB SpeedUSB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Micro Type C Mini Type C
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneStereoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi VersionWi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Bluetooth Version4.2
      Mobile App Compatible *As of November, 2022: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control via smartphone Optional DMW-RSL1
      Environmental Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
      Operating Humidity0 to 85%
      Physical Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Dimensions134 x 101 x 70 mm (5.28 x 3.98 x 2.76")124 x 90 x 76 mm (4.88 x 3.54 x 2.99")
      Weight (inc. batteries)675 g (1.49 lb / 23.81 oz)442 g (0.97 lb / 15.59 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)8.4 x 7.3 x 5.4"9.3 x 5.7 x 6.4"
      Package Weight3.05 lb
      Power and Storage Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Battery PackEN-EL15c
      Battery Life470 shots330 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage
      External StorageDual Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II)Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I)
      Other Nikon Z5 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2
      Self Timer 2, 5, 10 or 20 secs 2 or 10 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Accessory Mount1 x Hot Shoe Mount
      Material of ConstructionMagnesium Alloy
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction SystemImage Dust Off reference data (requires Capture NX-D); image sensor cleaning


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