Nikon Z7 vs Samsung EX2F
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Nikon Z7 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Announced August 2018
- Updated by Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Revealed December 2012

Nikon Z7 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Here, we are looking at the Nikon Z7 and Samsung EX2F, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and EX2F (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizing.

The Z7 was revealed 5 years later than the EX2F and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Z7 matches up against the EX2F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon Z7 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z7 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Samsung EX2F
Z7 | EX2F | |||
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Revealed | August 2018 | ![]() | December 2012 | Fresher by 70 months |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 0k | Clearer display (+2100k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Nikon Z7
EX2F | Z7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Samsung EX2F
Z7 | EX2F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus |
Nikon Z7 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 has got outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has sizing of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z7 and Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z7 vs the EX2F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and EX2F is 62 and 90 respectively.

Nikon Z7 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 and EX2F.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z7 having a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z7 will result in greater detail because of its extra 34MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Z7 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon Z7 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z7 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Nikon Z7 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon Z7 | Samsung EX2F |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2018-08-23 | 2012-12-18 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Max resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 493 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/1.4-2.7 |
Available lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt 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 | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 pounds) | 294 grams (0.65 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 99 | 48 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.3 | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.6 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 2668 | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | XQD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $2,797 | $478 |