Nikon D850 vs Samsung GX-20

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon D850 and Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the D850 (46MP) and GX-20 (15MP) and the D850 (Full frame) and GX-20 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The D850 was announced 9 years after the GX-20 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the D850 matches up vs the GX-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D850 & Samsung GX-20. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D850 Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon D850 comes with outside measurements of 146mm x 124mm x 79mm (5.7" x 4.9" x 3.1") along with a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and 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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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the D850 compared to the GX-20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D850 and GX-20 is 54 and 58 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The image below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D850 and GX-20.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D850 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon D850 will show extra detail with its extra 31MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern D850 provides an advantage in sensor tech.