Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000
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52 Features
78 Overall
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![Nikon 1 J5 front Nikon 1 J5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Nikon-1-J5.jpg)
![Samsung NX1000 front Samsung NX1000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Samsung_NX1000_0.jpg)
90 Imaging
62 Features
60 Overall
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Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 231g - 98 x 60 x 32mm
- Launched April 2015
- Succeeded the Nikon 1 J4
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Released April 2012
- Newer Model is Samsung NX1100
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Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. The resolution of the 1 J5 (21MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the 1 J5 (1") and NX1000 (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.
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The 1 J5 was unveiled 2 years after the NX1000 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 1 J5 scores versus the NX1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 J5 and Samsung NX1000. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J5 over the Samsung NX1000
1 J5 | NX1000 | |||
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Released | April 2015 | ![]() | April 2012 | Newer by 36 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+116k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Nikon 1 J5
NX1000 | 1 J5 |
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Common features in the Nikon 1 J5 and Samsung NX1000
1 J5 | NX1000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display sizing |
Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 J5 provides external measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check out the Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the 1 J5 vs the NX1000.
![Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 size comparison Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-J5-vs-Samsung-NX1000-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J5 and NX1000 is 91 and 90 respectively.
![Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 top view buttons comparison Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-J5-vs-Samsung-NX1000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 J5 and NX1000.
As you have seen, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J5 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon 1 J5 will give you extra detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The younger 1 J5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
![Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 sensor size comparison Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-1-J5-vs-Samsung-NX1000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-1-J5-vs-Samsung-NX1000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Nikon 1 J5 | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Samsung |
Model | Nikon 1 J5 | Samsung NX1000 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2015-04-03 | 2012-04-19 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 5A | - |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 21 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 171 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon 1 | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 13 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,037k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 20.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, auto + red-eye reduction, fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4K (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (120p/60p/30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 231 grams (0.51 pounds) | 222 grams (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 60 x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 65 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.1 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.0 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 479 | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | 320 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL24 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $497 | $388 |