Nikon 1 J4 vs Samsung NX1000

Lets look more closely at the Nikon 1 J4 vs Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the 1 J4 (18MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the 1 J4 (1") and NX1000 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 J4 was manufactured 2 years later than the NX1000 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the 1 J4 matches up vs the NX1000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J4 and Samsung NX1000. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 J4 provides outside dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 J4 vs Samsung NX1000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 J4 against the NX1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J4 and NX1000 is 92 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J4 and NX1000.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 J4 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX1000 will give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger 1 J4 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.