Nikon Z5 vs Samsung NX210
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Nikon Z5 vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched July 2020
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Released August 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX200
- New Model is Samsung NX300
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Here is a complete review of the Nikon Z5 versus Samsung NX210, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Z5 (Full frame) and NX210 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z5 was released 8 years later than the NX210 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Z5 grades against the NX210 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 & Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Samsung NX210
| Z5 | NX210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2020 |  | August 2012 | Fresher by 97 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen sizing | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 614k | Clearer screen (+426k dot) |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Nikon Z5
| NX210 | Z5 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Samsung NX210
| Z5 | NX210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 offers exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX210 has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the Z5 compared to the NX210.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and NX210 is 62 and 90 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5 and NX210.
Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z5 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z5 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher Z5 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z5 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
| Nikon Z5 | Samsung NX210 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Z5 | Samsung NX210 |
| Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2020-07-20 | 2012-08-14 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed 6 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 273 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Samsung NX |
| Available lenses | 15 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 4.5fps | 8.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 @ 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) |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 675 grams (1.49 lbs) | 222 grams (0.49 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 71 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 719 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 470 images | 330 images |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL15c | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | Dual | Single |
| Retail cost | $1,399 | $625 |