Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung GX-20
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Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed October 2020
- Older Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Revealed January 2008
- Old Model is Samsung GX-10

Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon Z6 II and Samsung GX-20, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and GX-20 (15MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and GX-20 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

The Z6 II was revealed 12 years after the GX-20 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Z6 II scores versus the GX-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Samsung GX-20
Z6 II | GX-20 | |||
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Revealed | October 2020 | ![]() | January 2008 | More modern by 155 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+1870k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Nikon Z6 II
GX-20 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Samsung GX-20
Z6 II | GX-20 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II provides exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Samsung GX-20 has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z6 II and Samsung GX-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Z6 II versus the GX-20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and GX-20 is 61 and 58 respectively.

Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through specs. The image here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and GX-20.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon Z6 II will provide more detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Samsung GX-20 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2020-10-14 | 2008-01-24 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4688 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 15 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 2,100k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lb) | 800g (1.76 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Cost at launch | $1,997 | $850 |