Nikon Z6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX
62 Imaging
75 Features
88 Overall
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82 Imaging
62 Features
76 Overall
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Nikon Z6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Revealed August 2018
- Successor is Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Released June 2013
Nikon Z6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Below is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon Z6 and Samsung Galaxy NX, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the Z6 (Full frame) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z6 was announced 5 years later than the Galaxy NX and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the Z6 grades versus the Galaxy NX in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 & Samsung Galaxy NX. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
Z6 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Released | August 2018 | June 2013 | More recent by 63 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 922k | Crisper display (+1178k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Nikon Z6
Galaxy NX | Z6 | |||
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Display dimension | 4.8" | 3.2" | Larger display (+1.6") |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 and Samsung Galaxy NX
Z6 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 features external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has proportions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Z6 and Samsung Galaxy NX in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Z6 compared to the Galaxy NX.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 and Galaxy NX is 62 and 82 respectively.
Nikon Z6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 and Galaxy NX.
Plainly, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z6 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon Z6 will produce extra detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The younger Z6 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Nikon Z6 | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Z6 | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2018-08-23 | 2013-06-20 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 15 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 pounds) | 495g (1.09 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 95 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 3299 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 440 photos |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | XQD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $1,997 | $1,300 |