• APS-C 369.7mm2
  • 14.6 megapixels
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  • 1 inch 116.2mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 3200

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Differences

Samsung NX10 advantages over Nikon J2

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 1 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.16 vs 3.41 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Higher effective ISO
    572 vs 363 iso
    Take photos in low light with less noise
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/180 vs 1/60 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • More pixels
    14.6 vs 10.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Nikon J2 advantages over Samsung NX10

  • Less expensive
    $550 vs $700 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Thinner
    29 mm vs 41 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    395g vs 610g
    Lighter weight
  • More dots on screen
    921k vs 614k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    60.0 fps vs 3.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Nikon J1

Samsung NX10
Nikon J1
  • $700
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $500
  • 1 inch
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Thinner

Compare Samsung NX10 vs Nikon J1

Nikon J2
Nikon J1
  • $550
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More dots on screen
  • $500
  • 1 inch

Compare Nikon J2 vs Nikon J1

Compared to Pentax K-01

Samsung NX10
Pentax K-01
  • $700
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $359
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Samsung NX10 vs Pentax K-01

Nikon J2
Pentax K-01
  • $550
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $359
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Nikon J2 vs Pentax K-01

Compared to Samsung NX20

Samsung NX10
Samsung NX20
  • $700
  • APS-C
  • Bigger pixels
  • Fast startup
  • $400
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi

Compare Samsung NX10 vs Samsung NX20

Nikon J2
Samsung NX20
  • $550
  • 1 inch
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Thinner
  • $400
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon J2 vs Samsung NX20

Compared to Fujifilm X-E1

Samsung NX10
Fujifilm X-E1
  • $700
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Fast startup
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Samsung NX10 vs Fujifilm X-E1

Nikon J2
Fujifilm X-E1
  • $550
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • $1299
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking

Compare Nikon J2 vs Fujifilm X-E1

Compared to Nikon J3

Samsung NX10
Nikon J3
  • $700
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $617
  • 1 inch
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect

Compare Samsung NX10 vs Nikon J3

Nikon J2
Nikon J3
  • $550
  • 1 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • $617
  • 1 inch
  • Higher effective ISO
  • More pixels

Compare Nikon J2 vs Nikon J3

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