Z50vs OM-1
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Beginner, Travel, Everyday — Z50 (2019): Nikon's Z system at its most accessible.
Wildlife, Sport, Outdoor — OM-1 (2022): OM System's statement camera — class-leading weather sealing and the best IBIS in the business.
Who should buy what
Z50 (2019)
- Nikon DSLR users wanting a lighter mirrorless
- First-time enthusiast camera buyers
OM-1 (2022)
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need fast burst and pro weather sealing
- Outdoor photographers who work in challenging conditions
Quick take: The z50 has the highest resolution at 21mp; the z50 is the most affordable; only the om-1 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Z50 (2019) | OM-1 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £499 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | APS-C CMOS | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS stacked BSI |
| Resolution | 20.9MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K 30fps (1.5× crop), 1080p 120fps | 4K 60fps 10-bit |
| Autofocus | 209-point phase-detect hybrid AF | 1053-point cross-type phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops (8 stops with sync IS) |
| Burst Rate | 11fps | 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture |
| Battery Life | 300 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 397g (body only) | 599g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 126.5 × 93.5 × 60.0mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF 0.68× 2.36M-dot | EVF 0.83× 5.76M-dot |
| Screen | 3.2" downward-tilting touchscreen, 1.04M-dot | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M-dot |
| Mount | Nikon Z-Mount (DX) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I | 2× SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type B |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, Micro USB, Micro HDMI | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone |
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