Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera
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Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost 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
- Launched October 2020
- Older Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 300g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Released February 2013
- Other Name is Wi-Fi
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In this write-up, we are contrasting the Nikon Z6 II versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and Galaxy Camera (1/2.3") come with different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z6 II was unveiled 7 years after the Galaxy Camera which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Z6 II matches up versus the Galaxy Camera for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Samsung Galaxy Camera
| Z6 II | Galaxy Camera | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | October 2020 | February 2013 | Newer by 94 months | |
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
| Display resolution | 2100k | 922k | Clearer display (+1178k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera over the Nikon Z6 II
| Galaxy Camera | Z6 II | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 4.8" | 3.2" | Larger display (+1.6") |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Samsung Galaxy Camera
| Z6 II | Galaxy Camera | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
| Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II has external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera has proportions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Z6 II versus the Galaxy Camera.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and Galaxy Camera is 61 and 90 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and Galaxy Camera.
As you can see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 II having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 II will give extra detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger Z6 II should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Samsung Galaxy Camera Specifications
| Nikon Z6 Mark II | Samsung Galaxy Camera | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Samsung Galaxy Camera |
| Also Known as | - | Wi-Fi |
| Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2020-10-14 | 2013-02-19 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 25MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Peak resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 273 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
| Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Available lenses | 15 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 4.8 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 2,100 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen technology | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 14.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
| Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/200s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | none |
| GPS | None | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 705 grams (1.55 lbs) | 300 grams (0.66 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 410 shots | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | CFexpress Type B / XQD | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
| Storage slots | Dual | One |
| Launch price | $1,997 | $450 |