Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20
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![Nikon D800E front Nikon D800E front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-D800E/Nikon-D800E-front.jpg)
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Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 25600)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 900g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Released June 2012
- Replaced the Nikon D700
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Revealed January 2008
- Superseded the Samsung GX-10
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Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon D800E versus Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the D800E (36MP) and GX-20 (15MP) and the D800E (Full frame) and GX-20 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.
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The D800E was brought out 4 years after the GX-20 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the D800E matches up against the GX-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D800E and Samsung GX-20. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon D800E Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D800E over the Samsung GX-20
D800E | GX-20 | |||
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Revealed | June 2012 | ![]() | January 2008 | More modern by 54 months |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Nikon D800E
GX-20 | D800E |
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Common features in the Nikon D800E and Samsung GX-20
D800E | GX-20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D800E features outer dimensions 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 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).
Analyze the Nikon D800E versus Samsung GX-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the D800E and the GX-20.
![Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 size comparison Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D800E-vs-Samsung-GX-20-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the D800E and GX-20 is 54 and 58 respectively.
![Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 top view buttons comparison Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D800E-vs-Samsung-GX-20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the D800E and GX-20.
All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D800E due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon D800E will provide you with greater detail having its extra 21 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer D800E provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 sensor size comparison Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-D800E-vs-Samsung-GX-20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-D800E-vs-Samsung-GX-20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon D800E vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Nikon D800E | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon D800E | Samsung GX-20 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2012-06-11 | 2008-01-24 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 4688 x 3120 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
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 |
Cross focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 309 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD with 170 degrees wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain, High-speed sync | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 424 (24 fps) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 900g (1.98 lb) | 800g (1.76 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 96 | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.6 | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.3 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | 2979 | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 900 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 20 sec, 1 to 9 exposures at intervals of 0.5, 1, 2 or 3 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Compact Flash (Type I), SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-I compliant | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Pricing at release | $2,389 | $850 |