Nikon 1 J5 vs Samsung NX300

On this page, we will be analyzing the Nikon 1 J5 versus Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 1 J5 (21MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is pretty similar but the 1 J5 (1") and NX300 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

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The 1 J5 was revealed 17 months after the NX300 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 1 J5 grades against the NX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 J5 and Samsung NX300. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 J5 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Nikon 1 J5 features external measurements 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 NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Look at the Nikon 1 J5 versus Samsung NX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the 1 J5 vs the NX300.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 J5 and NX300 is 91 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The picture below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 J5 and NX300.

All in all, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 J5 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Nikon 1 J5 will offer you more detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer 1 J5 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.