Nikon Z7 II vs Samsung GX-10

Below, we are analyzing the Nikon Z7 II and Samsung GX-10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and GX-10 (10MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and GX-10 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 II was revealed 14 years later than the GX-10 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z7 II grades against the GX-10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Samsung GX-10. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II has outer dimensions 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 GX-10 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Z7 II vs the GX-10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and GX-10 is 61 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and GX-10.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z7 II will resolve more detail because of its extra 36MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Z7 II will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.