Nikon Z5 vs Samsung NX30

Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon Z5 vs Samsung NX30, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is fairly close but the Z5 (Full frame) and NX30 (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.

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The Z5 was announced 6 years after the NX30 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Z5 matches up vs the NX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z5 and Samsung NX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 has got outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX30 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z5 vs Samsung NX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z5 against the NX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and NX30 is 62 and 75 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5 and NX30.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z5 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will result in greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer Z5 should have an edge in sensor technology.