Samsung NX500 vs Nikon Z7

Nikon Z7 advantages over Samsung NX500

• Larger sensor
  35mm vs APS-C
  More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
• Eye-level viewfinder
  Eye-level vs Rear display only
  You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
• In-Camera Image Stabilization
  Yes vs No
  Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
• Bigger pixels
  ~ 4.35 vs 3.63 microns
  Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
• Higher effective ISO

  Higher effective ISO

  Maximum effective ISO is an estimate of the highest sensitivity at which a camera can capture excellent quality photos.

  Cameras with higher effective ISO will be better choices for indoor photography, night shooting, and indoor sports photography, especially if you intend to make large prints.

  You can learn more at our glossary entry.

  Maximum effective ISO test data courtesy of DxO Mark.

  Z7 test data on DxO Mark NX500 test data on DxO Mark
  2,668 vs 1,379 iso
  Take photos in low light with less noise
• Top deck display
  Yes vs No
  Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
• External Mic Jack
  Jack vs No jack
  Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
• Newer
  6 years vs 10 years old
  Newer cameras often support more advanced features
• More dots on screen
  2100k vs 1037k dots
  Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
• More pixels
  45.7 vs 28.2 megapixels
  Higher resolution photos
• Headphone jack
  Yes vs No
  Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
• Bigger RAW buffer
  23 vs 6 shots
  Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
• Higher extended ISO
  102400 vs 51200 ISO
  Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility