Nikon 1 AW1 vs Samsung NX1000
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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 356g - 114 x 72 x 37mm
- Announced September 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Newer Model is Samsung NX1100

Nikon 1 AW1 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
Following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon 1 AW1 vs Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the 1 AW1 (14MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the 1 AW1 (1") and NX1000 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

The 1 AW1 was launched 18 months after the NX1000 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 1 AW1 scores against the NX1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon 1 AW1 vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 AW1 and Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 AW1 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 AW1 over the Samsung NX1000
1 AW1 | NX1000 | |||
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Introduced | September 2013 | ![]() | April 2012 | More modern by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Nikon 1 AW1
NX1000 | 1 AW1 |
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Common features in the Nikon 1 AW1 and Samsung NX1000
1 AW1 | NX1000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Nikon 1 AW1 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 AW1 has got outside measurements of 114mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") along with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon 1 AW1 vs Samsung NX1000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the 1 AW1 compared to the NX1000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 AW1 and NX1000 is 86 and 90 respectively.

Nikon 1 AW1 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 AW1 and NX1000.
Clearly, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 AW1 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1000 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher 1 AW1 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon 1 AW1 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 AW1 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Nikon 1 AW1 | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon 1 AW1 | Samsung NX1000 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-09-19 | 2012-04-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXPEED 3A | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 13 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 60.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Fill flash, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye w/slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/60s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p), 640 x 240 (400 fps), 320 x 120 (1200 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 356 grams (0.78 lb) | 222 grams (0.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 114 x 72 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.5") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 51 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.2 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.9 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 428 | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 320 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $0 | $388 |