Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX2000
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Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Announced June 2021
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Announced November 2013
- Superseded the Samsung NX1100
- Successor is Samsung NX3000

Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX2000 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon Z fc and Samsung NX2000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Z fc was unveiled 7 years after the NX2000 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Z fc matches up vs the NX2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX2000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z fc and Samsung NX2000. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Samsung NX2000
Z fc | NX2000 | |||
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Announced | June 2021 | ![]() | November 2013 | Newer by 93 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Nikon Z fc
NX2000 | Z fc | |||
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Display size | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper display (+112k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Samsung NX2000
Z fc | NX2000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z fc provides outside measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Samsung NX2000 has proportions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z fc and Samsung NX2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Z fc vs the NX2000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z fc and NX2000 is 79 and 89 respectively.

Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The picture below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z fc and NX2000.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon Z fc to produce more detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern Z fc should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

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Nikon Z fc vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Samsung NX2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Z fc | Samsung NX2000 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2021-06-28 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | 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 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
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 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 21 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3.7 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,152 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
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 | 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 format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) | 228 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 908 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 340 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $949 | $599 |