Nikon Z50 vs Samsung NX100

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Nikon Z50 and Samsung NX100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and NX100 (15MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Z50 was released 9 years later than the NX100 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Z50 scores against the NX100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z50 and Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z50 has physical dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z50 and Samsung NX100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z50 compared to the NX100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and NX100 is 74 and 88 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z50 and NX100.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon Z50 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher Z50 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.