Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung NX300M

Below, we are evaluating the Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the 1 V2 (14MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the 1 V2 (1") and NX300M (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1 V2 was launched 2 months prior to the NX300M so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon 1 V2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 1 V2 grades vs the NX300M with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V2 & Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are available at Nikon 1 V2 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V2 offers outside measurements of 109mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.3" x 3.2" x 1.8") having a weight of 278 grams (0.61 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 V2 vs Samsung NX300M in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the 1 V2 compared to the NX300M.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V2 and NX300M is 85 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The photograph below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V2 and NX300M.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 V2 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX300M will give you more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively.