Nikon 1 V3 vs Samsung NX1000

Below, we are matching up the Nikon 1 V3 vs Samsung NX1000, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Samsung. The image resolution of the 1 V3 (18MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the 1 V3 (1") and NX1000 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The 1 V3 was revealed 24 months later than the NX1000 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the 1 V3 grades against the NX1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 V3 and Samsung NX1000. The full galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 V3 has got physical dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon 1 V3 vs Samsung NX1000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the 1 V3 compared to the NX1000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V3 and NX1000 is 87 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V3 and NX1000.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 V3 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX1000 will resolve more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger 1 V3 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.