Nikon 1 S1 vs Samsung NX1000

Let's look closer at the Nikon 1 S1 versus Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the 1 S1 (1") and NX1000 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The 1 S1 was launched 15 months later than the NX1000 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 1 S1 matches up vs the NX1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 S1 & Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 S1 features external dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has proportions 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 S1 versus Samsung NX1000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the 1 S1 and the NX1000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S1 and NX1000 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The graphic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 S1 and NX1000.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 S1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX1000 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent 1 S1 should have a benefit in sensor technology.