Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX300

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon 1 J2 versus Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and NX300 (20MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and NX300 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J2 was unveiled 15 months earlier than the NX300 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the 1 J2 grades against the NX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J2 and Samsung NX300. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J2 has external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Samsung NX300 has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 J2 versus Samsung NX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the 1 J2 against the NX300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 J2 and NX300 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J2 and NX300.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 1 J2 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX300 will give greater detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged 1 J2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.