Nikon D2X vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Nikon D2X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 800 (Bump to 3200)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- No Video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1200g - 158 x 150 x 86mm
- Launched June 2005
- Previous Model is Nikon D1X
- Refreshed by Nikon D2Xs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Released June 2013
Nikon D2X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon D2X and Samsung Galaxy NX, former is a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the D2X (12MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe D2X was brought out 9 years before the Galaxy NX which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon D2X being a Large SLR camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the D2X grades versus the Galaxy NX with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon D2X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D2X & Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon D2X Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D2X over the Samsung Galaxy NX
D2X | Galaxy NX |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Nikon D2X
Galaxy NX | D2X | |||
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Released | June 2013 | June 2005 | More modern by 98 months | |
Screen size | 4.8" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+2.3") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 235k | Crisper screen (+687k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon D2X and Samsung Galaxy NX
D2X | Galaxy NX | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon D2X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D2X comes with outside dimensions of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
See the Nikon D2X and Samsung Galaxy NX in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the D2X versus the Galaxy NX.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D2X and Galaxy NX is 51 and 82 respectively.
Nikon D2X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The picture below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D2X and Galaxy NX.
Plainly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy NX to show more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged D2X will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Nikon D2X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Nikon D2X | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon D2X | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Type | Pro DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2005-06-01 | 2013-06-20 |
Physical type | Large SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 309 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 235k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) | 495 grams (1.09 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 59 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 476 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 440 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $5,000 | $1,300 |