Nikon Z7 II vs Samsung GX-20
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Nikon Z7 II vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced October 2020
- Replaced the Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Launched January 2008
- Succeeded the Samsung GX-10

Nikon Z7 II vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Nikon Z7 II versus Samsung GX-20, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and GX-20 (15MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and GX-20 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

The Z7 II was manufactured 12 years later than the GX-20 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Z7 II scores versus the GX-20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon Z7 II vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Samsung GX-20. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Samsung GX-20
Z7 II | GX-20 | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | ![]() | January 2008 | Fresher by 155 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 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 Z7 II
GX-20 | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Samsung GX-20
Z7 II | GX-20 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 II has got physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
See the Nikon Z7 II versus Samsung GX-20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z7 II versus the GX-20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and GX-20 is 61 and 58 respectively.

Nikon Z7 II vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and GX-20.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z7 II will produce extra detail due to its extra 31MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon Z7 II vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z7 II vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Samsung GX-20 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2008-01-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4688 x 3120 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 493 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Pentax KAF2 |
Available lenses | 15 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | 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 |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 lb) | 800 gr (1.76 lb) |
Physical 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 Overall 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 | 420 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 2 | Single |
Pricing at release | $2,997 | $850 |