Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung NX30

The following is a complete analysis of the Nikon 1 V2 and Samsung NX30, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the 1 V2 (14MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the 1 V2 (1") and NX30 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

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The 1 V2 was released 14 months before the NX30 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 1 V2 scores versus the NX30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V2 & Samsung NX30. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V2 features physical measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") along with a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX30 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Compare the Nikon 1 V2 and Samsung NX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the 1 V2 vs the NX30.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 1 V2 and NX30 is 85 and 75 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The picture underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 V2 and NX30.

To sum up, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 V2 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX30 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged 1 V2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.