Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX1100

On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z30 (21MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The Z30 was launched 9 years later than the NX1100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Z30 grades against the NX1100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z30 and Samsung NX1100. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z30 enjoys outer measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX1100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Z30 and the NX1100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z30 and NX1100 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through specs. The visual underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z30 and NX1100.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon Z30 to result in greater detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher Z30 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.