Nikon Zfvs OM-1
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.
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
Nikon Zf (2023)
- Photographers who want full-frame Z quality in a retro-styled body
- Street and travel photographers attracted to the classic dial aesthetic
- Zfc owners who want to step up to full-frame without losing the retro design
- Anyone who wants the best-looking full-frame mirrorless available
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 nikon zf has the highest resolution at 24mp; the om-1 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Nikon Zf (2023) | OM-1 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,699 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS stacked BSI |
| Resolution | 24.5MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit | 4K 60fps 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) | 1053-point cross-type phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops (8 stops with sync IS) |
| Burst Rate | 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic | 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 710g with battery | 599g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification | EVF 0.83× 5.76M-dot |
| Screen | 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M-dot |
| Mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | 2× SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type B |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Nikon Zf | OM-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Landscape | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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