Nikon Z7 vs Samsung NX20

Following is a thorough overview of the Nikon Z7 and Samsung NX20, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and NX20 (20MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and NX20 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z7 was announced 6 years after the NX20 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Z7 scores against the NX20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 and Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 comes with external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX20 has measurements of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z7 and Samsung NX20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z7 vs the NX20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 and NX20 is 62 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 and NX20.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z7 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon Z7 will deliver extra detail with its extra 26MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer Z7 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.