Nikon 1 J2 vs Samsung NX300M

Here is a extended assessment of the Nikon 1 J2 and Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 J2 (10MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the 1 J2 (1") and NX300M (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1 J2 was released 4 months before the NX300M so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 1 J2 grades against the NX300M in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J2 & Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 J2 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J2 features 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 NX300M has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 J2 versus the NX300M.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J2 and NX300M is 91 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J2 and NX300M.

All in all, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 J2 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX300M will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively.