Nikon Z9 vs Samsung NX1

Below is a extensive review of the Nikon Z9 vs Samsung NX1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Z9 (46MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the Z9 (Full frame) and NX1 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The Z9 was announced 7 years later than the NX1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z9 grades against the NX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z9 & Samsung NX1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z9 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z9 has external measurements of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) while the Samsung NX1 has proportions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Z9 compared to the NX1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Z9 and NX1 is 51 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph below should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z9 and NX1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z9 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z9 will provide extra detail with its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern Z9 should have an advantage in sensor tech.