Nikon Z7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Nikon Z7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Launched August 2018
- Later Model is Nikon Z7 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Announced June 2013
Nikon Z7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon Z7 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z7 was brought out 5 years after the Galaxy NX which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z7 grades against the Galaxy NX in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
Z7 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Announced | August 2018 | June 2013 | More modern by 63 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 922k | Crisper screen (+1178k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Nikon Z7
Galaxy NX | Z7 | |||
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Screen dimension | 4.8" | 3.2" | Bigger screen (+1.6") |
Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Samsung Galaxy NX
Z7 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 provides physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z7 versus Samsung Galaxy NX in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Z7 versus the Galaxy NX.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and Galaxy NX is 62 and 82 respectively.
Nikon Z7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 and Galaxy NX.
Clearly, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z7 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will give extra detail having its extra 26MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z7 provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon Z7 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Nikon Z7 | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Z7 | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-08-23 | 2013-06-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 15 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 4.8" |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 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, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 pounds) | 495 gr (1.09 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 99 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2668 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 440 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | XQD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $2,797 | $1,300 |