Nikon Z7 vs Samsung SL720

Here is a extended analysis of the Nikon Z7 versus Samsung SL720, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and SL720 (12MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and SL720 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z7 was introduced 9 years later than the SL720 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Z7 scores against the SL720 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 and Samsung SL720. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 Gallery and Samsung SL720 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 offers physical dimensions 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 SL720 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z7 versus Samsung SL720 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Z7 compared to the SL720.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and SL720 is 62 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and SL720.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z7 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will resolve greater detail using its extra 34 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent Z7 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.