Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX mini
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Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX mini Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 405g - 128 x 74 x 60mm
- Announced June 2022
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- 20.5MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX-M Mount
- 196g - 110 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced March 2014
Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX mini Overview
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.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX mini Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z30 over the Samsung NX mini
Z30 | NX mini | |||
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Introduced | June 2022 | March 2014 | More recent by 101 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 461k | Clearer screen (+579k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX mini over the Nikon Z30
NX mini | Z30 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z30 and Samsung NX mini
Z30 | NX mini | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen size | 3.00" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX mini Physical Comparison
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.
Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX mini Sensor Comparison
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.
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Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX mini Specifications
Nikon Z30 | Samsung NX mini | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Z30 | Samsung NX mini |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2022-06-29 | 2014-03-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 20.5 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 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Samsung NX-M |
Number of lenses | 35 | 2 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.00" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD (180 degree tilt) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Smart Flash, auto, auto + redeye reduction, fill-in, fill-in + redeye reduction, 1st curtain, 2nd curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/200 secs |
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 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 (all 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 lbs) | 196g (0.43 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 74 x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") | 110 x 62 x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 650 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | B740 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2-30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $650 | $530 |