Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX2000
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Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 405g - 128 x 74 x 60mm
- Released June 2022
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Launched November 2013
- Replaced the Samsung NX1100
- Newer Model is Samsung NX3000

Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX2000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the Z30 (21MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Z30 was revealed 8 years after the NX2000 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Z30 scores versus the NX2000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX2000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z30 & Samsung NX2000. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z30 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z30 over the Samsung NX2000
Z30 | NX2000 | |||
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Launched | June 2022 | ![]() | November 2013 | More modern by 105 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Nikon Z30
NX2000 | Z30 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.7" | ![]() | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+0.7") |
Screen resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+112k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z30 and Samsung NX2000
Z30 | NX2000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z30 comes with exterior measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Samsung NX2000 has sizing of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX2000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the Z30 versus the NX2000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z30 and NX2000 is 79 and 89 respectively.

Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z30 and NX2000.
Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon Z30 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer Z30 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z30 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications
Nikon Z30 | Samsung NX2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Z30 | Samsung NX2000 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2022-06-29 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface 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 |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 35 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.00" | 3.7" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405g (0.89 pounds) | 228g (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 74 x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 908 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 340 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $650 | $599 |