Nikon 1 J4 vs Samsung NX300M

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon 1 J4 and Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the 1 J4 (18MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is very well matched but the 1 J4 (1") and NX300M (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 J4 was released 16 months after the NX300M making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 1 J4 grades versus the NX300M in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 J4 & Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J4 features exterior dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 J4 compared to the NX300M.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J4 and NX300M is 92 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through specs. The picture here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J4 and NX300M.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J4 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX300M will give greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher 1 J4 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.