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
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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).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
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Reasons to pick Nikon D7500 over the Samsung GX-20
| D7500 | GX-20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon D7500 and Samsung GX-20
| D7500 | GX-20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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).
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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.
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Nikon D7500 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
| Nikon D7500 | Samsung GX-20 | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |