Nikon D810 vs Samsung GX-1S
54 Imaging
74 Features
78 Overall
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68 Imaging
44 Features
36 Overall
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Nikon D810 vs Samsung GX-1S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 12800 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 980g - 146 x 123 x 82mm
- Revealed June 2014
- Earlier Model is Nikon D800
- New Model is Nikon D850
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Introduced January 2006

Nikon D810 vs Samsung GX-1S Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon D810 vs Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the D810 (36MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the D810 (Full frame) and GX-1S (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

The D810 was announced 8 years after the GX-1S which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the D810 matches up versus the GX-1S in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D810 vs Samsung GX-1S Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D810 and Samsung GX-1S. The whole galleries are available at Nikon D810 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D810 over the Samsung GX-1S
D810 | GX-1S | |||
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Introduced | June 2014 | ![]() | January 2006 | More modern by 103 months |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 210k | Clearer display (+1019k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Nikon D810
GX-1S | D810 |
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Common features in the Nikon D810 and Samsung GX-1S
D810 | GX-1S | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Nikon D810 vs Samsung GX-1S Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon D810 offers physical dimensions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1S has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Check the Nikon D810 vs Samsung GX-1S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the D810 against the GX-1S.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D810 and GX-1S is 54 and 68 respectively.

Nikon D810 vs Samsung GX-1S Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The image underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the D810 and GX-1S.
To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The D810 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon D810 will provide you with more detail with its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The fresher D810 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon D810 vs Samsung GX-1S Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D810 vs Samsung GX-1S Specifications
Nikon D810 | Samsung GX-1S | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon D810 | Samsung GX-1S |
Class | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2014-06-26 | 2006-01-16 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXPEED 4 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 36 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 5:4 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 7360 x 4912 | 3008 x 2008 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Pentax KAF |
Total lenses | 309 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 1,229 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD (WRGB) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum 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 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | - |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 980 gr (2.16 pounds) | 605 gr (1.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 146 x 123 x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 97 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2853 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1200 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs for up to 9 shots) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, CompactFlash (UDMA compliant) | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Retail price | $1,999 | $850 |