Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX200
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Released January 2012
- Refreshed by Nikon 1 J2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX100
- Renewed by Samsung NX210
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Here is a in depth assessment of the Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX200, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and NX200 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 1 J1 was brought out very close to the NX200 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the 1 J1 grades against the NX200 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Samsung NX200
| 1 J1 | NX200 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Nikon 1 J1
| NX200 | 1 J1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 614k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J1 and Samsung NX200
| 1 J1 | NX200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2012 |  | February 2012 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX200 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J1 has got outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung NX200 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).
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Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J1 and NX200 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX200 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J1 and NX200.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 J1 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX200 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively.
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX200 Specifications
| Nikon 1 J1 | Samsung NX200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon 1 J1 | Samsung NX200 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2012-01-20 | 2012-02-28 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 135 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Nikon 1 | Samsung NX |
| Number of lenses | 13 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 614k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | 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 | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 234 gr (0.52 pounds) | 223 gr (0.49 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | 56 | 69 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 12.6 |
| DXO Low light rating | 372 | 618 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 shots | 330 shots |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL20 | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $625 | $818 |