Nikon 1 V3 vs Samsung NX1100

Lets look closer at the Nikon 1 V3 vs Samsung NX1100, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the 1 V3 (18MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty similar but the 1 V3 (1") and NX1100 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The 1 V3 was brought out 12 months later than the NX1100 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the 1 V3 scores versus the NX1100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon 1 V3 & Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon 1 V3 offers outer measurements 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 NX1100 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the 1 V3 and the NX1100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 1 V3 and NX1100 is 87 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 V3 and NX1100.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 1 V3 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1100 will offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger 1 V3 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.