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Nikon Z7 vs Samsung ST95

Portability
62
Imaging
79
Features
89
Overall
83
Nikon Z7 front
 
Samsung ST95 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
19
Overall
31

Nikon Z7 vs Samsung ST95 Key Specs

Nikon Z7
(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
  • Launched August 2018
  • Renewed by Nikon Z7 II
Samsung ST95
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Nikon Z7 vs Samsung ST95 Overview

Below is a comprehensive review of the Nikon Z7 versus Samsung ST95, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and ST95 (16MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and ST95 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The Z7 was launched 7 years later than the ST95 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Z7 scores against the ST95 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Samsung ST95

 Z7 ST95 
LaunchedAugust 2018January 2011More recent by 93 months
Focus manually Very precise focusing
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display dimension3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k460kSharper display (+1640k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Nikon Z7

 ST95 Z7 

Common features in the Nikon Z7 and Samsung ST95

 Z7 ST95 
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Nikon Z7 vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 features exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST95 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z7 versus Samsung ST95 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Z7 and the ST95.

Nikon Z7 vs Samsung ST95 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 and ST95 is 62 and 99 respectively.

Nikon Z7 vs Samsung ST95 top view buttons comparison

Nikon Z7 vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and ST95.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z7 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger Z7 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon Z7 vs Samsung ST95 sensor size comparison

Nikon Z7 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon Z7 vs Samsung ST95 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon Z7 Portrait photography features
Samsung ST95 Portrait photography features
87
has manual focus
megapixel count fantastic (46MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
provides face detect focus
exports RAW files
30
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Nikon Z7 Street photography information
Samsung ST95 Street photography information
79
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW files
offers touch focus
environment proofing
very good high ISO (25,600)
50
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
maximum ISO low (0)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon Z7 Sports photography advice
Samsung ST95 Sports photography advice
83
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count fantastic (46MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
provides tracking focus
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
low battery power (330 CIPA)
27
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon Z7 Travel photography factors
Samsung ST95 Travel photography factors
67
environment proofing
supports bluetooth
offers touch focus
megapixel count fantastic (46MP)
low battery power (330 shots)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
71
decent megapixels (16MP)
built-in flash
great maximum aperture (f)
lack of Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon Z7 Landscape photography information
Samsung ST95 Landscape photography information
83
has manual focus
change lenses (Nikon Z mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count fantastic (46 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
does not have anti-alias filter
very good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
low battery power (330 per charge)
38
great maximum aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
maximum ISO low (0)
does not have RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon Z7
Vlogging with Samsung ST95
36
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic port
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
27
great maximum aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of mic support
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Nikon Z7 vs Samsung ST95 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z7 and Samsung ST95
 Nikon Z7Samsung ST95
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Samsung
Model Nikon Z7 Samsung ST95
Type Pro Mirrorless Ultracompact
Launched 2018-08-23 2011-01-19
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Expeed 6 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size Full frame 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 6.16 x 4.62mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 28.5mm²
Sensor resolution 46 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 8256 x 5504 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 25600 -
Maximum enhanced ISO 102400 -
Min native ISO 64 -
RAW images
Min enhanced ISO 32 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 493 -
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount Nikon Z fixed lens
Lens focal range - ()
Total lenses 15 -
Crop factor 1 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3.2" 3"
Resolution of screen 2,100k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter rate 9.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt 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 -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/200s -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 675g (1.49 pounds) -
Dimensions 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 pictures -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) -
Time lapse recording
Storage type XQD card -
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $2,797 $145