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Nikon D700 vs Samsung GX-20

Portability
54
Imaging
56
Features
56
Overall
56
Nikon D700 front
 
Samsung GX-20 front
Portability
58
Imaging
53
Features
52
Overall
52

Nikon D700 vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs

Nikon D700
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 1074g - 147 x 123 x 77mm
  • Released October 2008
  • Newer Model is Nikon D800E
Samsung GX-20
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise 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
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Nikon D700 vs Samsung GX-20 Overview

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon D700 and Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the D700 (12MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is very similar but the D700 (Full frame) and GX-20 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The D700 was launched 9 months after the GX-20 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the D700 grades versus the GX-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon D700 over the Samsung GX-20

 D700 GX-20 
LaunchedOctober 2008January 2008More modern by 9 months
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution922k230kSharper display (+692k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Nikon D700

 GX-20 D700 

Common features in the Nikon D700 and Samsung GX-20

 D700 GX-20 
Manually focus More exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lacking Touch friendly display

Nikon D700 vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon D700 offers external measurements of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-20 has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

See the Nikon D700 and Samsung GX-20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the D700 and the GX-20.

Nikon D700 vs Samsung GX-20 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the D700 and GX-20 is 54 and 58 respectively.

Nikon D700 vs Samsung GX-20 top view buttons comparison

Nikon D700 vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the D700 and GX-20.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D700 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung GX-20 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The newer D700 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon D700 vs Samsung GX-20 sensor size comparison

Nikon D700 vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon D700 vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon D700 Portrait photography details
Samsung GX-20 Portrait photography details
63
focusing manually
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
low MP (12MP)
71
has manual focus
decent MP (15 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon D700 Street photography info
Samsung GX-20 Street photography info
52
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competitors (1,074 grams)
65
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
environment proof
screen is fixed
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Sports Comparison

Nikon D700 as a Sports photography camera
Samsung GX-20 as a Sports photography camera
59
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
large sensor size (Full frame)
environment proofing
good battery (1,000 per charge)
has phase detect AF
low fps (5.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
68
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent MP (15 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
environment proof
has phase detect autofocus
max fps low (3.0 fps)
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Travel Comparison

Nikon D700 Travel photography advice
Samsung GX-20 Travel photography advice
52
good battery (1,000 CIPA)
environment proofing
flash built-in
heavier than competitors (1,074g)
low MP (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
63
environment proof
decent MP (15 megapixels)
flash built-in
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon D700 Landscape photography advice
Samsung GX-20 Landscape photography advice
66
focusing manually
swap lenses (Nikon F mount)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
environment proofing
good battery (1,000 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
70
has manual focus
swap lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent MP (15MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
environment proof
small screen (2.7")
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon D700
Vlogging with Samsung GX-20
9
lack of video recording
9
can't record video
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Nikon D700 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon D700 and Samsung GX-20
 Nikon D700Samsung GX-20
General Information
Brand Name Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon D700 Samsung GX-20
Category Advanced DSLR Advanced DSLR
Released 2008-10-07 2008-01-24
Physical type Mid-size SLR Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Chip Expeed -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor measurements 36 x 24mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 864.0mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 15 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 -
Maximum resolution 4256 x 2832 4688 x 3120
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 25600 6400
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Minimum boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 51 11
Lens
Lens mounting type Nikon F Pentax KAF2
Amount of lenses 309 151
Focal length multiplier 1 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 922 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen tech TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (pentaprism) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage 95% 95%
Viewfinder magnification 0.72x 0.64x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - 13.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum 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
Maximum video resolution None None
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1074 grams (2.37 lbs) 800 grams (1.76 lbs)
Physical dimensions 147 x 123 x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 80 68
DXO Color Depth score 23.5 23.1
DXO Dynamic range score 12.2 11.2
DXO Low light score 2303 714
Other
Battery life 1000 photographs -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model EN-EL3e -
Self timer Yes (2 to 20 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage Compact Flash (Type I) SD/MMC/SDHC card
Card slots One One
Price at launch $2,700 $850