Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX1100
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 201g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Released November 2013
- Superseded the Nikon 1 J2
- Newer Model is Nikon 1 J4
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Revealed April 2013
- Replaced the Samsung NX1000
- Later Model is Samsung NX2000
Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX1100 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Nikon 1 J3 versus Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the 1 J3 (14MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the 1 J3 (1") and NX1100 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.
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Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the 1 J3 matches up against the NX1100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX1100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J3 & Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Samsung NX1100
1 J3 | NX1100 | |||
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Revealed | November 2013 | April 2013 | Fresher by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Nikon 1 J3
NX1100 | 1 J3 |
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Common features in the Nikon 1 J3 and Samsung NX1100
1 J3 | NX1100 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 921k | 921k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Absent Touch friendly display |
Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J3 has exterior measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon 1 J3 versus Samsung NX1100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the 1 J3 versus the NX1100.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J3 and NX1100 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J3 and NX1100.
Clearly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1 J3 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX1100 will offer greater detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger 1 J3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
Nikon 1 J3 | Samsung NX1100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon 1 J3 | Samsung NX1100 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-11-30 | 2013-04-11 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 135 | 15 |
Cross focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon 1 | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 13 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 15.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/60s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201 gr (0.44 lbs) | 222 gr (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 52 | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | 420 | 852 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | 320 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 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 price | $170 | $600 |