Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX1000

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.