Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX210
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX210 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
- Introduced January 2012
- Successor is Nikon 1 J2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced August 2012
- Older Model is Samsung NX200
- Refreshed by Samsung NX300
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Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon 1 J1 and Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the 1 J1 (10MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the 1 J1 (1") and NX210 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe 1 J1 was launched 6 months earlier than the NX210 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the 1 J1 scores versus the NX210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J1 & Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J1 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J1 over the Samsung NX210
| 1 J1 | NX210 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Nikon 1 J1
| NX210 | 1 J1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 614k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J1 and Samsung NX210
| 1 J1 | NX210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2012 |  | August 2012 | Similar age |
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J1 features exterior dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 J1 compared to the NX210.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J1 and NX210 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The photograph below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J1 and NX210.
As you have seen, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 J1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX210 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.
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Nikon 1 J1 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
| Nikon 1 J1 | Samsung NX210 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon 1 J1 | Samsung NX210 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2012-01-20 | 2012-08-14 |
| Body design | 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 |
| Max resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 135 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon 1 | Samsung NX |
| Total lenses | 13 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 614k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt 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 | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/60 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 234g (0.52 lb) | 222g (0.49 lb) |
| Dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 56 | 71 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | 22.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 12.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | 372 | 719 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 photographs | 330 photographs |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL20 | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $625 | $625 |