Nikon 1 S2 vs Samsung NX200

In this article, we are looking at the Nikon 1 S2 versus Samsung NX200, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the 1 S2 (1") and NX200 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The 1 S2 was manufactured 2 years later than the NX200 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the 1 S2 grades against the NX200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 S2 & Samsung NX200. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery & Samsung NX200 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 S2 has external measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX200 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the 1 S2 compared to the NX200.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1 S2 and NX200 is 93 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The graphic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 S2 and NX200.

Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 S2 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Samsung NX200 will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 5.8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent 1 S2 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.