Nikon Z5 vs Samsung NX1000

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Nikon Z5 vs Samsung NX1000, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is very well matched but the Z5 (Full frame) and NX1000 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The Z5 was launched 8 years later than the NX1000 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short overview of how the Z5 matches up versus the NX1000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 and Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 features outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check out the Nikon Z5 vs Samsung NX1000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the Z5 versus the NX1000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and NX1000 is 62 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The graphic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and NX1000.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z5 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher Z5 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.