Nikon 1 S1 vs Samsung NX3000

Lets look more closely at the Nikon 1 S1 versus Samsung NX3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the 1 S1 (1") and NX3000 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 S1 was released 11 months before the NX3000 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 1 S1 matches up vs the NX3000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon 1 S1 & Samsung NX3000. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 S1 provides exterior measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung NX3000 has measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 S1 versus Samsung NX3000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 1 S1 against the NX3000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1 S1 and NX3000 is 92 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 S1 and NX3000.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 S1 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX3000 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older 1 S1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.