Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX2000
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 234g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Newer Model is Nikon 1 J2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Old Model is Samsung NX1100
- Refreshed by Samsung NX3000

Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview
Following is a extensive review of the Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX2000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and NX2000 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

The 1 J1 was launched 22 months prior to the NX2000 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the 1 J1 matches up against the NX2000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX2000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J1 and Samsung NX2000. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Samsung NX2000
1 J1 | NX2000 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Nikon 1 J1
NX2000 | 1 J1 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 22 months |
Display sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J1 and Samsung NX2000
1 J1 | NX2000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J1 comes with outer measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check out the Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX2000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the 1 J1 compared to the NX2000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J1 and NX2000 is 91 and 89 respectively.

Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching technical specs. The image here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J1 and NX2000.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 J1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX2000 will render more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged 1 J1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Travel Comparison

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Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications
Nikon 1 J1 | Samsung NX2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon 1 J1 | Samsung NX2000 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-01-20 | 2013-11-30 |
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 area | 116.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 13 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3.7" |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 1,152 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/60 secs | 1/180 secs |
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), 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 | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 234g (0.52 lbs) | 228g (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 56 | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | 372 | 908 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | 340 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL20 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $625 | $599 |