Nikon D800 vs Samsung GX-20

Following is a extensive analysis of the Nikon D800 vs Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the D800 (36MP) and GX-20 (15MP) and the D800 (Full frame) and GX-20 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The D800 was introduced 4 years after the GX-20 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the D800 grades versus the GX-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D800 & Samsung GX-20. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon D800 Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Nikon D800 offers exterior measurements of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the D800 versus the GX-20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the D800 and GX-20 is 54 and 58 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the D800 and GX-20.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D800 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon D800 will show greater detail using its extra 21MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern D800 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.