Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX1000
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 238g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Superseded the Nikon 1 J1
- New Model is Nikon 1 J3
(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
- Revealed April 2012
- Replacement is Samsung NX1100

Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and NX1000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

The 1 J2 was manufactured 4 months after the NX1000 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 1 J2 grades against the NX1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J2 and Samsung NX1000. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the Samsung NX1000
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Nikon 1 J2
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Common features in the Nikon 1 J2 and Samsung NX1000
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Revealed | August 2012 | ![]() | April 2012 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display dimensions |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J2 provides exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Examine the Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX1000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the 1 J2 and the NX1000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J2 and NX1000 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J2 and NX1000.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J2 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX1000 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Nikon 1 J2 | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon 1 J2 | Samsung NX1000 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-08-09 | 2012-04-19 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 3 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 135 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon 1 | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 13 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/60s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 238g (0.52 pounds) | 222g (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 54 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.3 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 363 | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 pictures | 320 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL20 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $550 | $388 |