Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX1100

Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon 1 J5 and Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the 1 J5 (21MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty similar but the 1 J5 (1") and NX1100 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The 1 J5 was manufactured 2 years after the NX1100 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the 1 J5 scores against the NX1100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J5 & Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 J5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 J5 and Samsung NX1100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the 1 J5 vs the NX1100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J5 and NX1100 is 91 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 J5 and NX1100.

Clearly, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J5 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Nikon 1 J5 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger 1 J5 should have an advantage in sensor tech.