Nikon Z7 vs Samsung NX5
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Nikon Z7 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Bump 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
- Introduced August 2018
- Successor is Nikon Z7 II
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Released June 2010
Nikon Z7 vs Samsung NX5 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon Z7 vs Samsung NX5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and NX5 (15MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and NX5 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z7 was brought out 8 years later than the NX5 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Z7 matches up against the NX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z7 vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 and Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Samsung NX5
Z7 | NX5 | |||
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Released | August 2018 | June 2010 | More recent by 101 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Clearer display (+1870k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Nikon Z7
NX5 | Z7 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Samsung NX5
Z7 | NX5 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 offers 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 NX5 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z7 vs Samsung NX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z7 versus the NX5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and NX5 is 62 and 80 respectively.
Nikon Z7 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The visual here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 and NX5.
As you can see, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z7 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z7 will deliver extra detail having its extra 31MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more recent Z7 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z7 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
Nikon Z7 | Samsung NX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon Z7 | Samsung NX5 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-08-23 | 2010-06-01 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 15 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash options | 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 | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 lb) | 499 gr (1.10 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
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 | 400 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1130 |
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 |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $2,797 | $499 |