Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX20
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Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX20 Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Launched June 2021
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX11
- Replacement is Samsung NX30
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Following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon Z fc and Samsung NX20, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z fc was manufactured 9 years after the NX20 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Z fc scores versus the NX20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Samsung NX20
| Z fc | NX20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | June 2021 | April 2012 | More modern by 112 months | |
| Screen resolution | 1040k | 614k | Clearer screen (+426k dot) | |
| Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Nikon Z fc
| NX20 | Z fc |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Samsung NX20
| Z fc | NX20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Very exact focusing | |||
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
| Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly |
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z fc offers physical measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Samsung NX20 has proportions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).
Look at the Nikon Z fc and Samsung NX20 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Z fc and the NX20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z fc and NX20 is 79 and 83 respectively.
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z fc and NX20.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon Z fc to give you extra detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger Z fc will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
| Nikon Z fc | Samsung NX20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Z fc | Samsung NX20 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2021-06-28 | 2012-04-20 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Highest native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 209 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Samsung NX |
| Number of lenses | 21 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 614k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.7x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
| 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 |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 445g (0.98 lbs) | 341g (0.75 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | 75 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.9 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 785 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 300 shots | 360 shots |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL25 | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $949 | $1,100 |