Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX11

Below is a extensive review of the Nikon 1 J3 versus Samsung NX11, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the 1 J3 (14MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is pretty comparable but the 1 J3 (1") and NX11 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 J3 was manufactured 2 years later than the NX11 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 J3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the 1 J3 matches up versus the NX11 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J3 and Samsung NX11. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J3 offers outside measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 J3 versus Samsung NX11 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1 J3 vs the NX11.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 J3 and NX11 is 92 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J3 and NX11.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1 J3 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX11 will show extra detail due to its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger 1 J3 should have an advantage in sensor technology.