Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung NX1000

Below, we will be comparing the Nikon 1 V2 versus Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the 1 V2 (14MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the 1 V2 (1") and NX1000 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The 1 V2 was brought out 7 months after the NX1000 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the 1 V2 matches up against the NX1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V2 and Samsung NX1000. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V2 provides outer measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1000 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon 1 V2 versus Samsung NX1000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 1 V2 versus the NX1000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 V2 and NX1000 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 V2 and NX1000.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1 V2 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX1000 will give greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer 1 V2 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.