Nikon Z50 vs Samsung GX-1L
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84 Overall
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Nikon Z50 vs Samsung GX-1L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Revealed October 2019
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 570g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Introduced February 2006
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Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon Z50 and Samsung GX-1L, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and GX-1L (6MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z50 was introduced 13 years after the GX-1L which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Z50 matches up vs the GX-1L for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Samsung GX-1L
| Z50 | GX-1L | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | October 2019 | February 2006 | More modern by 166 months | |
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
| Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
| Screen resolution | 1040k | 210k | Crisper screen (+830k dot) | |
| Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
| Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1L over the Nikon Z50
| GX-1L | Z50 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Samsung GX-1L
| Z50 | GX-1L | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Very exact focus |
Nikon Z50 vs Samsung GX-1L Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z50 has external dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1L has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z50 and Samsung GX-1L in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z50 vs the GX-1L.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and GX-1L is 74 and 69 respectively.
Nikon Z50 vs Samsung GX-1L Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The pic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z50 and GX-1L.
Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon Z50 to give you extra detail using its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer Z50 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z50 vs Samsung GX-1L Specifications
| Nikon Z50 | Samsung GX-1L | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model | Nikon Z50 | Samsung GX-1L |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
| Revealed | 2019-10-10 | 2006-02-24 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| 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 | 21MP | 6MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 3008 x 2008 |
| Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 209 | 5 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF |
| Total lenses | 15 | 151 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 210k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.50 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 397g (0.88 lbs) | 570g (1.26 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 320 shots | - |
| Type of battery | Built-in | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL25 | 4 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/MMC card |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $857 | $0 |