Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX200
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Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Launched June 2021
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Old Model is Samsung NX100
- Successor is Samsung NX210

Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX200 Overview
Lets look more in depth at the Nikon Z fc and Samsung NX200, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

The Z fc was launched 9 years after the NX200 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the Z fc grades versus the NX200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX200 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z fc and Samsung NX200. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Samsung NX200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Samsung NX200
Z fc | NX200 | |||
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Revealed | June 2021 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 114 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper screen (+426k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Nikon Z fc
NX200 | Z fc |
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Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Samsung NX200
Z fc | NX200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX200 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z fc offers physical dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX200 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z fc and Samsung NX200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the Z fc against the NX200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z fc and NX200 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX200 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The image below will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z fc and NX200.
Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon Z fc to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent Z fc should have an edge in sensor tech.

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Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX200 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Samsung NX200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Z fc | Samsung NX200 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2021-06-28 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 21 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per second | 7.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445 grams (0.98 lbs) | 223 grams (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 69 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 618 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 330 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $949 | $818 |