Nikon D7500 vs Samsung GX-20
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Nikon D7500 vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 1640000)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 720g - 136 x 104 x 73mm
- Released April 2017
- Older Model is Nikon D7200
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump 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 D7500 vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
Following is a comprehensive review of the Nikon D7500 versus Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the D7500 (21MP) and GX-20 (15MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

The D7500 was launched 9 years after the GX-20 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the D7500 scores against the GX-20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D7500 vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D7500 & Samsung GX-20. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon D7500 Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D7500 over the Samsung GX-20
D7500 | GX-20 | |||
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Launched | April 2017 | ![]() | January 2008 | More modern by 113 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Nikon D7500
GX-20 | D7500 |
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Common features in the Nikon D7500 and Samsung GX-20
D7500 | GX-20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon D7500 vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D7500 features physical dimensions of 136mm x 104mm x 73mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 2.9") with a weight of 720 grams (1.59 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-20 has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D7500 versus Samsung GX-20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the D7500 vs the GX-20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the D7500 and GX-20 is 60 and 58 respectively.

Nikon D7500 vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The picture below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the D7500 and GX-20.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Nikon D7500 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The newer D7500 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon D7500 vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D7500 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Nikon D7500 | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon D7500 | Samsung GX-20 |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2017-04-12 | 2008-01-24 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4688 x 3120 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 1640000 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Yes (Hot-shoe, Wireless plus sync connector) | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 720 gr (1.59 pounds) | 800 gr (1.76 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 136 x 104 x 73mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 2.9") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 86 | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.3 | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.0 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 1483 | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 950 photographs | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL15a | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $1,247 | $850 |