Nikon 1 S1 vs Samsung NX11

The following is a extensive overview of the Nikon 1 S1 and Samsung NX11, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and NX11 (15MP) and the 1 S1 (1") and NX11 (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 S1 was introduced 2 years after the NX11 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon 1 S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the 1 S1 scores against the NX11 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 S1 & Samsung NX11. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery & Samsung NX11 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon 1 S1 comes with exterior dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check the Nikon 1 S1 and Samsung NX11 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the 1 S1 vs the NX11.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 S1 and NX11 is 92 and 80 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 S1 and NX11.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 S1 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX11 will show extra detail using its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern 1 S1 should have an edge in sensor innovation.