Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX210
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 238g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Replaced the Nikon 1 J1
- Newer 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 - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX200
- Successor is Samsung NX300
Photography Glossary Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX210 Overview
Following is a comprehensive review of the Nikon 1 J2 versus Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and NX210 (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 1 J2 was released within a month of the NX210 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the 1 J2 grades vs the NX210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J2 and Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the Samsung NX210
| 1 J2 | NX210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 614k | Crisper display (+307k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Nikon 1 J2
| NX210 | 1 J2 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon 1 J2 and Samsung NX210
| 1 J2 | NX210 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2012 |  | August 2012 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Missing Touch display |
Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J2 has got outer 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) 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).
Analyze the Nikon 1 J2 versus Samsung NX210 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 J2 and the NX210.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J2 and NX210 is 91 and 90 respectively.
Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The image here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J2 and NX210.
Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 1 J2 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX210 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively.
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Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
| Nikon 1 J2 | Samsung NX210 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Samsung |
| Model type | Nikon 1 J2 | Samsung NX210 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2012-08-09 | 2012-08-14 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed 3 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface 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 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 135 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Nikon 1 | Samsung NX |
| Available lenses | 13 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 921k dot | 614k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen tech | TFT LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | 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 | ||
| Maximum flash sync | 1/60 secs | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 238g (0.52 pounds) | 222g (0.49 pounds) |
| 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 All around rating | 54 | 71 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.3 | 22.8 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | 12.5 |
| DXO Low light rating | 363 | 719 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 230 shots | 330 shots |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | EN-EL20 | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $550 | $625 |