Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon 1 V2 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the 1 V2 (14MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the 1 V2 (1") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 V2 was unveiled 7 months prior to the Galaxy NX which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 1 V2 matches up vs the Galaxy NX for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V2 & Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 V2 comes with external dimensions of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") along with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 V2 against the Galaxy NX.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 V2 and Galaxy NX is 85 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V2 and Galaxy NX.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1 V2 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung Galaxy NX will result in more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older 1 V2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.