Nikon A1000 vs Samsung GX-20
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Nikon A1000 vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 330g - 114 x 72 x 41mm
- Introduced January 2019
- Old Model is Nikon A900
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Launched January 2008
- Old Model is Samsung GX-10
Nikon A1000 vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Nikon A1000 versus Samsung GX-20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A1000 (16MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is very close but the A1000 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe A1000 was unveiled 11 years after the GX-20 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon A1000 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the A1000 grades against the GX-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon A1000 vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Samsung GX-20
A1000 | GX-20 | |||
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Launched | January 2019 | January 2008 | More modern by 134 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Nikon A1000
GX-20 | A1000 |
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Common features in the Nikon A1000 and Samsung GX-20
A1000 | GX-20 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Nikon A1000 vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon A1000 enjoys external dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Samsung GX-20 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon A1000 versus Samsung GX-20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the A1000 and the GX-20.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and GX-20 is 86 and 58 respectively.
Nikon A1000 vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A1000 and GX-20.
As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A1000 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Nikon A1000 will provide you with more detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent A1000 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
Nikon A1000 vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon A1000 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Samsung GX-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2019-01-18 | 2008-01-24 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4688 x 3120 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 98 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | No | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 330g (0.73 lbs) | 800g (1.76 lbs) |
Dimensions | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $477 | $850 |