Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon 1 J2 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 J2 was manufactured 10 months before the Galaxy NX which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 J2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 1 J2 matches up vs the Galaxy NX with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J2 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J2 provides external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 J2 versus Samsung Galaxy NX in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the 1 J2 compared to the Galaxy NX.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J2 and Galaxy NX is 91 and 82 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The photograph here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J2 and Galaxy NX.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 J2 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy NX will show greater detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older 1 J2 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.