Nikon 1 J4 vs Samsung NX5

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon 1 J4 versus Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the 1 J4 (18MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the 1 J4 (1") and NX5 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizing.

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The 1 J4 was launched 3 years later than the NX5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon 1 J4 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 1 J4 grades against the NX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J4 and Samsung NX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J4 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J4 features physical measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the 1 J4 vs the NX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J4 and NX5 is 92 and 80 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specifications. The visual below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J4 and NX5.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 J4 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Nikon 1 J4 will give you more detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 1 J4 provides a benefit in sensor tech.