Nikon Z50 vs Samsung NX1
74 Imaging
67 Features
84 Overall
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67 Features
90 Overall
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Nikon Z50 vs Samsung NX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Released October 2019
(Full Review)
- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 550g - 139 x 102 x 66mm
- Announced September 2014

Nikon Z50 vs Samsung NX1 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon Z50 and Samsung NX1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and NX1 (28MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

The Z50 was unveiled 5 years after the NX1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Z50 scores vs the NX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon Z50 vs Samsung NX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z50 & Samsung NX1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Samsung NX1
Z50 | NX1 | |||
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Announced | October 2019 | ![]() | September 2014 | Newer by 62 months |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1036k | Sharper display (+4k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Nikon Z50
NX1 | Z50 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Samsung NX1
Z50 | NX1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z50 vs Samsung NX1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z50 provides physical measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Samsung NX1 has dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z50 and Samsung NX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Z50 compared to the NX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z50 and NX1 is 74 and 66 respectively.

Nikon Z50 vs Samsung NX1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z50 and NX1.
As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung NX1 to provide extra detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger Z50 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Nikon Z50 vs Samsung NX1 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Nikon Z50 vs Samsung NX1 Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Samsung NX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Z50 | Samsung NX1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-10-10 | 2014-09-15 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | DRIMe 5 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 28MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 6480 x 4320 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 209 |
Cross type focus points | - | 153 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 1,036k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames/s | 15.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m (ISO 100) |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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 PCM | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 4096 x 2160 (24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.265 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 397 grams (0.88 lb) | 550 grams (1.21 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") | 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 83 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1363 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 photographs | 500 photographs |
Style of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | BP1900 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $857 | $1,500 |