Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX300M
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX300M 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
- Announced November 2013
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 J2
- Newer Model is Nikon 1 J4
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Introduced January 2013
Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX300M Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the 1 J3 (14MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the 1 J3 (1") and NX300M (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.
Europe Approves Revolutionary AI LegislationThe 1 J3 was announced 12 months after the NX300M and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 1 J3 matches up versus the NX300M in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J3 & Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 J3 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J3 over the Samsung NX300M
1 J3 | NX300M | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | January 2013 | Newer by 12 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 768k | Clearer display (+153k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Nikon 1 J3
NX300M | 1 J3 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Nikon 1 J3 and Samsung NX300M
1 J3 | NX300M | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J3 features external dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX300M in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 J3 and the NX300M.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1 J3 and NX300M is 92 and 86 respectively.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The pic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J3 and NX300M.
All in all, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J3 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX300M will give you greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger 1 J3 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX300M Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon 1 J3 vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Nikon 1 J3 | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model type | Nikon 1 J3 | Samsung NX300M |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-11-30 | 2013-01-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DRIMe IV |
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 | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 135 | 247 |
Cross type focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon 1 | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 13 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.3 inch |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 768k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 15.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/60 secs | - |
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, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 201 gr (0.44 lbs) | 331 gr (0.73 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 420 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | 330 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL20 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $170 | $699 |