Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX mini

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Nikon Z30 and Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the Z30 (21MP) and the NX mini (20.5MP) is relatively close but the Z30 (APS-C) and NX mini (1") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z30 was released 8 years later than the NX mini and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Z30 grades versus the NX mini for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z30 and Samsung NX mini. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z30 enjoys exterior measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has sizing of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z30 and Samsung NX mini in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Z30 versus the NX mini.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z30 and NX mini is 79 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z30 and NX mini.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z30 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z30 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 0.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Z30 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.