Nikon D850 vs Samsung GX-1S

Lets look more in depth at the Nikon D850 and Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the D850 (46MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the D850 (Full frame) and GX-1S (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The D850 was launched 11 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the D850 grades versus the GX-1S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D850 and Samsung GX-1S. The complete galleries are available at Nikon D850 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon D850 comes with exterior measurements of 146mm x 124mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1S has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Compare the Nikon D850 and Samsung GX-1S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the D850 compared to the GX-1S.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D850 and GX-1S is 54 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the D850 and GX-1S.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The D850 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon D850 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 40MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent D850 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.