Nikon 1 S2 vs Samsung NX300M

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon 1 S2 vs Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1 S2 (14.2MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the 1 S2 (1") and NX300M (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The 1 S2 was manufactured 17 months later than the NX300M making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 1 S2 grades vs the NX300M with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 S2 and Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 S2 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 S2 features exterior measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Nikon 1 S2 vs Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the 1 S2 vs the NX300M.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 S2 and NX300M is 93 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 S2 and NX300M.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 S2 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX300M will resolve greater detail due to its extra 5.8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern 1 S2 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.