Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX100

On this page, we will be evaluating the Nikon 1 J5 and Samsung NX100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the 1 J5 (21MP) and NX100 (15MP) and the 1 J5 (1") and NX100 (APS-C) posses different sensor size.

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The 1 J5 was announced 4 years after the NX100 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 1 J5 scores versus the NX100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 J5 and Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 J5 has exterior dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has proportions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

See the Nikon 1 J5 and Samsung NX100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the 1 J5 vs the NX100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J5 and NX100 is 91 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 J5 and NX100.

Clearly, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J5 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon 1 J5 will produce extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer 1 J5 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.