Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX100
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Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Introduced June 2021
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Revealed September 2010
- Refreshed by Samsung NX200
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX100 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and NX100 (15MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z fc was unveiled 10 years after the NX100 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the Z fc matches up versus the NX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z fc & Samsung NX100. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Samsung NX100
Z fc | NX100 | |||
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Revealed | June 2021 | September 2010 | More modern by 132 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 614k | Sharper display (+426k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Nikon Z fc
NX100 | Z fc |
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Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Samsung NX100
Z fc | NX100 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements |
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z fc comes with external dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has proportions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z fc compared to the NX100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z fc and NX100 is 79 and 88 respectively.
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z fc and NX100.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon Z fc to offer extra detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer Z fc provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX100 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Z fc | Samsung NX100 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2021-06-28 | 2010-09-14 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 21 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lb) | 282g (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 62 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 420 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $949 | $386 |