Nikon Z7 vs Samsung GX-1S

On this page, we are looking at the Nikon Z7 versus Samsung GX-1S, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and GX-1S (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The Z7 was introduced 12 years after the GX-1S which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the Z7 matches up versus the GX-1S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 & Samsung GX-1S. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 offers outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1S has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Check out the Nikon Z7 versus Samsung GX-1S in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Z7 and the GX-1S.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 and GX-1S is 62 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The pic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 and GX-1S.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will provide greater detail using its extra 40MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern Z7 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.