Nikon Z fc vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Nikon Z fc vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Released June 2021
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Introduced June 2013
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Lets examine more closely at the Nikon Z fc and Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe Z fc was manufactured 8 years after the Galaxy NX which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z fc matches up vs the Galaxy NX in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z fc & Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Samsung Galaxy NX
Z fc | Galaxy NX | |||
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Introduced | June 2021 | June 2013 | More modern by 98 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 922k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Nikon Z fc
Galaxy NX | Z fc | |||
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Screen sizing | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") |
Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Samsung Galaxy NX
Z fc | Galaxy NX | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z fc has got outside dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z fc and Samsung Galaxy NX in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Z fc against the Galaxy NX.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z fc and Galaxy NX is 79 and 82 respectively.
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z fc and Galaxy NX.
Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon Z fc to resolve extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern Z fc should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z fc vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Z fc | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2021-06-28 | 2013-06-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 21 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 lbs) | 495 gr (1.09 lbs) |
Dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 440 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $949 | $1,300 |