Nikon D7100 vs Samsung GX-20

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon D7100 vs Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the D7100 (24MP) and GX-20 (15MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The D7100 was announced 5 years later than the GX-20 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the D7100 grades vs the GX-20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D7100 and Samsung GX-20. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D7100 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon D7100 has external dimensions of 136mm x 107mm x 76mm (5.4" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 765 grams (1.69 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the D7100 versus the GX-20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the D7100 and GX-20 is 59 and 58 respectively.

Often, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specifications. The graphic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the D7100 and GX-20.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon D7100 to offer you more detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent D7100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.