Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung GX-1L

Following is a extensive review of the Nikon Z6 II and Samsung GX-1L, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and GX-1L (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The Z6 II was revealed 14 years after the GX-1L which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Z6 II matches up versus the GX-1L when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Samsung GX-1L. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 II enjoys outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1L has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Check the Nikon Z6 II and Samsung GX-1L in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z6 II compared to the GX-1L.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and GX-1L is 61 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The pic underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and GX-1L.

All in all, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z6 II will deliver extra detail because of its extra 19MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer Z6 II should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.