Nikon Z30 vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Nikon Z30 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 405g - 128 x 74 x 60mm
- Launched June 2022
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Revealed June 2013
Nikon Z30 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Following is a complete assessment of the Nikon Z30 vs Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the Z30 (21MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z30 was introduced 9 years after the Galaxy NX which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the Z30 grades vs the Galaxy NX with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z30 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z30 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z30 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
Z30 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Revealed | June 2022 | June 2013 | More modern by 110 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 922k | Sharper display (+118k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Nikon Z30
Galaxy NX | Z30 | |||
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Display size | 4.8" | 3.00" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Common features in the Nikon Z30 and Samsung Galaxy NX
Z30 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z30 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z30 features exterior dimensions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Check out the Nikon Z30 vs Samsung Galaxy NX in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Z30 versus the Galaxy NX.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z30 and Galaxy NX is 79 and 82 respectively.
Nikon Z30 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z30 and Galaxy NX.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon Z30 to give greater detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger Z30 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Nikon Z30 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Nikon Z30 | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Z30 | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2022-06-29 | 2013-06-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | 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 |
Maximum resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
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 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 35 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.00" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 |
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 PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 lb) | 495g (1.09 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 74 x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 330 photos | 440 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $650 | $1,300 |