Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX1000

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon Z30 and Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z30 (21MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Z30 was introduced 10 years later than the NX1000 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Z30 matches up against the NX1000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z30 & Samsung NX1000. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z30 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z30 has outside dimensions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Z30 and the NX1000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z30 and NX1000 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z30 and NX1000.

Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon Z30 to show more detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent Z30 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.