Nikon Z7 II vs Samsung NX5

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon Z7 II versus Samsung NX5, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and NX5 (15MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and NX5 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z7 II was brought out 10 years after the NX5 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Z7 II grades vs the NX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 II comes with exterior 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 NX5 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Z7 II against the NX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 II and NX5 is 61 and 80 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and NX5.

To sum up, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 II due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will offer more detail having its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II will have an advantage in sensor tech.