Nikon 1 S1 vs Samsung NX300M

Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon 1 S1 vs Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 S1 (10MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the 1 S1 (1") and NX300M (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

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The 1 S1 was brought out 6 months after the NX300M so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 1 S1 matches up against the NX300M when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 S1 and Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 S1 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon 1 S1 offers external dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 S1 vs Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the 1 S1 vs the NX300M.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S1 and NX300M is 92 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 S1 and NX300M.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 S1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX300M will give you greater detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively.