Nikon Z5 vs Samsung GX-10

On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon Z5 vs Samsung GX-10, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and GX-10 (10MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and GX-10 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z5 was introduced 14 years after the GX-10 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z5 matches up against the GX-10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 & Samsung GX-10. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z5 offers physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-10 has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z5 vs Samsung GX-10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Z5 against the GX-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and GX-10 is 62 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and GX-10.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z5 using its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z5 will give you greater detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Z5 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.