Samsung NX1 vs Nikon D780

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Samsung NX1 vs Nikon D780

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APS-C 369.0mm²
28.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 25,600

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What’s the bottom line? Read our Samsung NX1 conclusion.

35mm 858.0mm²
24.5 megapixels
ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Samsung NX1 advantages over Nikon D780

In-camera panoramas
Yes vs No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
NFC
Yes vs No
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
More pixels
28.2 vs 24.5 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter vs Filter
Enjoy sharper photos
Faster JPEG shooting
15.2 fps vs 12.0 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Faster RAW shooting
15.1 fps vs 12.0 fps
Faster RAW shooting in burst mode

Nikon D780 advantages over Samsung NX1

Lens selection
Excellent vs Limited
Better lens selection gives you more options
Larger sensor
35mm vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 5.94 vs 3.63 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

2260 vs 500 shots
Capture more photos
More telephoto lens reach
120 mm vs 77 mm
Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
Newer
5 years vs 10 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Higher-res screen
786k vs 346k pixels
More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
Dual card slots
Yes vs No
Gives you more storage flexibility
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
Longer exposure
900 vs 30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
Higher extended ISO
204800 vs 51200 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Focus peaking
Both provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
Shoot 4K video
Both provide
Make sure you have a fast computer
Touchscreen
Both provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
Tiltable Screen
Both provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Built-in Wi-Fi
Both provide
Share your photos wirelessly
Built-in Bluetooth
Both provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
On-sensor phase detect
Both provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Top deck display
Both provide
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
External Mic Jack
Both provide
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Headphone jack
Both provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
Slow-motion videos
Both provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Built-in GPS
Neither provide
Geotag your photos

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

Very good, high-resolution image quality; Excellent high ISO performance with RAW files; Very good dynamic range; Blazing fast 15fps full-res burst mode; Deep buffer; Great build quality & comfortable ergonomics; Lots of physical controls; Great battery life; Fast single-shot AF.
Continuous AF performance still not as robust as competing DSLRs; Aggressive JPEG noise reduction at high ISOs; JPEG colors and saturation less pleasing at higher ISOs; H.265 video codec can be difficult to work with.
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We haven’t finished our review of the Nikon D780, but we have extensive sample photos and a hands-on report.
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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-T1

Samsung NX1

Fujifilm X-T1

$1797
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

$1099
APS-C

Lens selection
Bigger pixels

Compare Samsung NX1 vs Fujifilm X-T1

Nikon D780

Fujifilm X-T1

$1830
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

$1099
APS-C

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon D780 vs Fujifilm X-T1

Compared to Fujifilm X-T2

Samsung NX1

Fujifilm X-T2

$1797
APS-C

Touchscreen
Fast startup

$999
APS-C

Lens selection
Thinner

Compare Samsung NX1 vs Fujifilm X-T2

Nikon D780

Fujifilm X-T2

$1830
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

$999
APS-C

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon D780 vs Fujifilm X-T2

Compared to Canon 5D Mark IV

Samsung NX1

Canon 5D Mark IV

$1797
APS-C

Focus peaking
In-camera panoramas

$2249
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

Compare Samsung NX1 vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Nikon D780

Canon 5D Mark IV

$1830
35mm

Focus peaking
Less expensive

$2249
35mm

NFC
Built-in GPS

Compare Nikon D780 vs Canon 5D Mark IV

Compared to Pentax K-1 II

Samsung NX1

Pentax K-1 II

$1797
APS-C

Shoot 4K video
Touchscreen

$1747
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

Compare Samsung NX1 vs Pentax K-1 II

Nikon D780

Pentax K-1 II

$1830
35mm

Bigger pixels
Shoot 4K video

$1747
35mm

In-Camera Image Stabilization
High resolution composite

Compare Nikon D780 vs Pentax K-1 II

Compared to Fujifilm X-T3

Samsung NX1

Fujifilm X-T3

$1797
APS-C

Fast startup
NFC

$1299
APS-C

Lens selection
Newer

Compare Samsung NX1 vs Fujifilm X-T3

Nikon D780

Fujifilm X-T3

$1830
35mm

Lens selection
Larger sensor

$1299
APS-C

Less expensive
In-camera panoramas

Compare Nikon D780 vs Fujifilm X-T3

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