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Nikon D1 vs Samsung NX1

The Nikon D1 and the Samsung NX1 are two digital cameras that were announced, respectively, in June 1999 and September 2014. The D1 is a DSLR, while the NX1 is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. Both cameras are equipped with an APS-C sensor. The Nikon has a resolution of 2.6 megapixels, whereas the Samsung provides 28 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Nikon D1
versus
Samsung NX1
Nikon D1   Samsung NX1
Digital single lens reflex Mirrorless system camera
Nikon F mount lenses Samsung NX mount lenses
2.6 MP – APS-C sensor 28 MP – APS-C sensor
no Video 4K/30p Video
ISO 200-1,600 (200 - 6,400) ISO 100-25,600 (100 - 51,200)
Optical viewfinder Electronic viewfinder (2360k dots)
2.0" LCD – 120k dots 3.0" LCD – 1036k dots
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) Tilting touchscreen
4.5 shutter flaps per second 15 shutter flaps per second
Weathersealed bodyWeathersealed body
157 x 153 x 85 mm, 1100 g 139 x 102 x 66 mm, 550 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Nikon D1 and the Samsung NX1? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The side-by-side display below illustrates the physical size and weight of the Nikon D1 and the Samsung NX1. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive views from the front, the top, and the rear side are shown. All size dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

Size Nikon D1 vs Samsung NX1
Compare D1 versus NX1 top
Comparison D1 or NX1 rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Samsung NX1 is considerably smaller (41 percent) than the Nikon D1. Moreover, the NX1 is substantially lighter (50 percent) than the D1. In this context, it is worth noting that both cameras are splash and dust-proof and can, hence, be used in inclement weather conditions or harsh environments.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. Hence, you might want to study and compare the specifications of available lenses in order to get the full picture of the size and weight of the two camera systems.

As can be seen in the images above, the D1 has a battery grip built in. This facilitates image-taking in portrait orientation and gives it additional battery power. In order to provide similar functionality for the NX1, Samsung provides the ED-VGNX01 vertical grip as an optional accessory (see here on ebay). The power pack in the NX1 can be charged via the USB port, which can be very convenient when travelling.

The following table provides a synthesis of the main physical specifications of the two cameras and other similar ones. If you would like to visualize and compare a different camera combination, you can navigate to the CAM-parator app and make your selection from a broad list of cameras there.

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Body Specifications
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Nikon D1 157 mm 153 mm 85 mm 1100 g .. i Jun 1999 US$ 5 499ebay.com
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Samsung NX1 139 mm 102 mm 66 mm 550 g 500 i Sep 2014 US$ 1 499ebay.com
3.
 
Fujifilm X-Pro2 141 mm 83 mm 46 mm 495 g 350 i Jan 2016 US$ 1 699ebay.com
4.
 
Fujifilm X-T2 133 mm 92 mm 49 mm 507 g 340 i Jul 2016 US$ 1 599ebay.com
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Nikon D1H 157 mm 153 mm 85 mm 1100 g 1200 i Feb 2001 US$ 4 499ebay.com
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Nikon D1X 157 mm 153 mm 85 mm 1100 g 1200 i Feb 2001 US$ 5 999ebay.com
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Nikon D2H 158 mm 150 mm 86 mm 1070 g 2900 i Jul 2003 US$ 3 499ebay.com
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Nikon D2X 158 mm 150 mm 86 mm 1252 g 3800 i Sep 2004 US$ 4 999ebay.com
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Nikon D2Xs 158 mm 150 mm 86 mm 1252 g 3800 i Jun 2006 US$ 4 699ebay.com
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Nikon D3 160 mm 157 mm 88 mm 1300 g 4300 i Aug 2007 US$ 4 999ebay.com
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Nikon D4 160 mm 157 mm 91 mm 1340 g 2600 i Jan 2012 US$ 5 999ebay.com
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Nikon D200 147 mm 113 mm 74 mm 920 g 400 i Nov 2005 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Nikon D300 147 mm 114 mm 74 mm 925 g 1000 i Aug 2007 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Nikon D300S 147 mm 115 mm 81 mm 938 g 950 i Jul 2009 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Nikon D5300 125 mm 98 mm 76 mm 480 g 600 i Oct 2013 US$ 799ebay.com
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Samsung NX500 120 mm 64 mm 43 mm 287 g 370 i Feb 2015 US$ 799ebay.com
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Sony A7 127 mm 94 mm 48 mm 474 g 340 i Oct 2013 US$ 1 699ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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The price is, of course, an important factor in any camera decision. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The NX1 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 73 percent) than the D1, which puts it into a different market segment. Normally, street prices remain initially close to the MSRP, but after a couple of months, the first discounts appear. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.

Sensor comparison

The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. A large sensor will generally have larger individual pixels that offer better low-light sensitivity, provide wider dynamic range, and have richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.

Both cameras under consideration feature an APS-C sensor, but their sensors differ slightly in size. They nevertheless have the same format factor of 1.5. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

Nikon D1 and Samsung NX1 sensor measures

Despite having a slightly smaller sensor, the NX1 offers a higher resolution of 28 megapixels, compared with 2.6 MP of the D1. This megapixels advantage comes at the cost of a higher pixel density and a smaller size of the individual pixel (with a pixel pitch of 3.63μm versus 11.93μm for the D1). However, it should be noted that the NX1 is much more recent (by 15 years and 3 months) than the D1, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that make it possible to gather light more efficiently. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that the NX1 has no anti-alias filter installed, so that it can capture all the detail its sensor resolves.

The resolution advantage of the Samsung NX1 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the NX1 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 32.4 x 21.6 inches or 82.3 x 54.9 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 25.9 x 17.3 inches or 65.8 x 43.9 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 21.6 x 14.4 inches or 54.9 x 36.6 cm. The corresponding values for the Nikon D1 are 10 x 6.6 inches or 25.4 x 16.7 cm for good quality, 8 x 5.2 inches or 20.3 x 13.3 cm for very good quality, and 6.7 x 4.4 inches or 16.9 x 11.1 cm for excellent quality prints.

The NX1 has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during live view operation.

The Nikon D1 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 200 to ISO 1600, which can be extended to ISO 200-6400. The corresponding ISO settings for the Samsung NX1 are ISO 100 to ISO 25600, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 100-51200.

In terms of underlying technology, the D1 is build around a CCD sensor, while the NX1 uses a BSI-CMOS imager. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

D1 versus NX1 MP

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service is based on lab testing and assigns an overall score to each camera sensor, as well as ratings for dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), color depth ("DXO Portrait"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"). The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.

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DXO
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Sports
DXO
Overall
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Nikon D1 APS-C 2.6 2000 1312i........
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Samsung NX1 APS-C 28.0 6480 43204K/30p24.213.2136383
3.
 
Fujifilm X-Pro2 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.713.0160880
4.
 
Fujifilm X-T2 APS-C 24.0 6000 40004K/30p23.813.1165381
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Nikon D1H APS-C 2.6 2000 1312i........
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Nikon D1X APS-C 5.9 3008 1960i........
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Nikon D2H APS-C 4.0 2464 1632i18.910.035240
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Nikon D2X APS-C 12.2 4288 2848i22.110.947659
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Nikon D2Xs APS-C 12.2 4288 2848i22.210.948959
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Nikon D3 Full Frame 12.1 4256 2832i23.512.2229081
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Nikon D4 Full Frame 16.2 4928 32801080/30p24.713.1296589
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Nikon D200 APS-C 10.0 3872 2592i22.311.558364
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Nikon D300 APS-C 12.2 4288 2848i22.112.067967
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Nikon D300S APS-C 12.2 4288 2848720/24p22.512.278770
15.
 
Nikon D5300 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.013.9133883
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Samsung NX500 APS-C 28.0 6480 43204K/30p24.813.9137987
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Sony A7 Full Frame 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.814.2224890
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but also of capturing video footage. The NX1 indeed provides for movie recording, while the D1 does not. The highest resolution format that the NX1 can use is 4K/30p.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the NX1 has an electronic viewfinder (2360k dots), while the D1 has an optical one. Both systems have their advantages, with the electronic viewfinder making it possible to project supplementary shooting information into the framing view, whereas the optical viewfinder offers lag-free viewing and a very clear framing image. The viewfinder in the NX1 offers a wider field of view (100%) than the one in the D1 (96%), so that a larger proportion of the captured image is visible in the finder. In addition, the viewfinder of the NX1 has a higher magnification (0.69x vs 0.53x), so that the size of the image transmitted appears closer to the size seen with the naked human eye. The adjacent table lists some of the other core features of the Nikon D1 and Samsung NX1 along with similar information for a selection of comparators.

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Screen
(yes/no)
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Shutter
Speed *
Max
Shutter
Flaps *
Built-in
Flash
(yes/no)
Built-in
Image
Stab
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Nikon D1optical i2.0 / 120 fixed i 1/16000s 4.5/s i i
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Samsung NX12360 i3.0 / 1036 tilting i 1/8000s 15.0/s i i
3.
 
Fujifilm X-Pro22360 i3.0 / 1620 fixed i 1/8000s 8.0/s i i
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Fujifilm X-T22360 i3.0 / 1040 full-flex i 1/8000s 8.0/s i i
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Nikon D1Hoptical i2.0 / 120 fixed i 1/16000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D1Xoptical i2.0 / 120 fixed i 1/16000s 3.0/s i i
7.
 
Nikon D2Hoptical i2.5 / 211 fixed i 1/8000s 8.0/s i i
8.
 
Nikon D2Xoptical i2.5 / 235 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D2Xsoptical i2.5 / 230 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D3optical i3.0 / 922 fixed i 1/8000s 11.0/s i i
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Nikon D4optical i3.2 / 921 fixed i 1/8000s 11.0/s i i
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Nikon D200optical i2.5 / 230 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Nikon D300optical i3.0 / 922 fixed i 1/8000s 6.0/s i i
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Nikon D300Soptical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/8000s 7.0/s i i
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Nikon D5300optical i3.2 / 1037 swivel i 1/4000s 5.0/s i i
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Samsung NX500i i3.0 / 1036 tilting i 1/6000s 9.0/s i i
17.
 
Sony A72400 i3.0 / 1230 tilting i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
Note: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.
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One differentiating feature between the two cameras concerns the touch sensitivity of the rear screen. The NX1 has a touchscreen, while the D1 has a conventional panel. Touch control can be particularly helpful, for example, for setting the focus point.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, the NX1 is one of those camera that have an additional electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).

The Samsung NX1 has an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

The D1 writes its imaging data to Compact Flash cards, while the NX1 uses SDXC cards.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Nikon D1 and Samsung NX1 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Input-Output Connections
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Nikon D1ii / iiiiFWiii
2.
 
Samsung NX1istereo / monoiimicro3.0iii
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Fujifilm X-Pro2istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Fujifilm X-T2istereo / monoiimicro3.0iii
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Nikon D1Hii / iiiiFWiii
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Nikon D1Xii / iiiiFWiii
7.
 
Nikon D2Hii / iiii2.0iii
8.
 
Nikon D2Xii / iiii2.0iii
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Nikon D2Xsii / iiii2.0iii
10.
 
Nikon D3ii / iiimini2.0iii
11.
 
Nikon D4imono / monoiimicro2.0iii
12.
 
Nikon D200ii / iiii2.0iii
13.
 
Nikon D300ii / iiimini2.0iii
14.
 
Nikon D300Sistereo / monoiimini2.0iii
15.
 
Nikon D5300istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
16.
 
Samsung NX500istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
17.
 
Sony A7istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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It is notable that the NX1 offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the D1 does not provide wifi capability.

Studio photographers will appreciate that the Nikon D1 (unlike the NX1) features a PC Sync socket, so that professional strobe lights can be controlled by the camera.

Both the D1 and the NX1 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The D1 was replaced by the Nikon D1X, while the NX1 does not have a direct successor. Further information on the features and operation of the D1 and NX1 can be found, respectively, in the Nikon D1 Manual (free pdf) or the online Samsung NX1 Manual.

Review summary

So what is the bottom line? Which of the two cameras – the Nikon D1 or the Samsung NX1 – has the upper hand? Is one clearly better than the other? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.

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Arguments in favor of the Nikon D1:

  • Better moiré control: Has an anti-alias filter to avoid artificial patterns to appear in images.
  • Brighter framing: Features an optical viewfinder for clear, lag-free composition.
  • Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/16000s vs 1/8000s) to freeze action.
  • More portrait friendly: Features an integrated vertical grip for easier portrait shooting.
  • Better studio light control: Has a PC Sync socket to connect to professional strobe lights.
  • More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in June 1999).

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Advantages of the Samsung NX1:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (28 vs 2.6MP), which boosts linear resolution by 226%.
  • Maximized detail: Lacks an anti-alias filter to exploit the sensor's full resolution potential.
  • Broader imaging potential: Can capture not only stills but also 4K/30p video.
  • Better live-view autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident autofocus.
  • More framing info: Has an electronic viewfinder that displays shooting data.
  • More complete view: Has a viewfinder with a larger field of view (100% vs 96%).
  • Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.69x vs 0.53x).
  • Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.0" vs 2.0") for image review and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1036k vs 120k dots).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a tilting screen for odd-angle shots in landscape orientation.
  • Fewer buttons to press: Has a touchscreen to facilitate handling and shooting adjustments.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (15 vs 4.5 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Less disturbing: Has an electronic shutter option for completely silent shooting.
  • Easier time-lapse photography: Has an intervalometer built-in for low frequency shooting.
  • More compact: Is smaller (139x102mm vs 157x153mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
  • Less heavy: Has a lower weight (by 550g or 50 percent) and is thus easier to take along.
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • More legacy lens friendly: Can use many non-native lenses via adapters.
  • Easier fill-in: Has a small integrated flash to brighten shadows of backlit subjects.
  • Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
  • Easier device pairing: Supports NFC for fast wireless image transfer over short distances.
  • Easier wireless transfer: Supports Bluetooth for image sharing without cables.
  • More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (73 percent cheaper at launch).
  • More modern: Reflects 15 years and 3 months of technical progress since the D1 launch.

If the number of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the NX1 is the clear winner of the contest (24 : 6 points). However, the pertinence of the various camera strengths will differ across photographers, so that you might want to weigh individual camera traits according to their importance for your own imaging needs before making a camera decision. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

D1 06:24 NX1

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Nikon D1 and the Samsung NX1 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best DSLR Camera and Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it says little about, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance of the D1 and the NX1 in practical situations. User reviews that are available, for instance, at amazon can sometimes shed light on these issues, but such feedback is all too often partial, inconsistent, and inaccurate.

Expert reviews

This is where reviews by experts come in. The following table reports the overall ratings of the cameras as published by some of the major camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Nikon D1......+ +.... Jun 1999 US$ 5 499ebay.com
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Samsung NX15/5....87/1005/55/5 Sep 2014 US$ 1 499ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-Pro2..+..83/1004.5/54.5/5 Jan 2016 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Fujifilm X-T25/5+ +..86/1004.5/55/5 Jul 2016 US$ 1 599ebay.com
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Nikon D1H......+ +.... Feb 2001 US$ 4 499ebay.com
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Nikon D1X......+ +.... Feb 2001 US$ 5 999ebay.com
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Nikon D2H......+ +.... Jul 2003 US$ 3 499ebay.com
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Nikon D2X......+ +.... Sep 2004 US$ 4 999ebay.com
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Nikon D2Xs............ Jun 2006 US$ 4 699ebay.com
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Nikon D3......+ +5/54.5/5 Aug 2007 US$ 4 999ebay.com
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Nikon D4........4.5/54.5/5 Jan 2012 US$ 5 999ebay.com
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Nikon D200..+ +..+ +o.. Nov 2005 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Nikon D300..+ +..+ +5/54.5/5 Aug 2007 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Nikon D300S5/5+ +..82/1004/54.5/5 Jul 2009 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Nikon D53004/5+ +..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Oct 2013 US$ 799ebay.com
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Samsung NX5004.5/5....81/1005/54.5/5 Feb 2015 US$ 799ebay.com
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Sony A75/5+ +..80/1005/55/5 Oct 2013 US$ 1 699ebay.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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The above review scores should be interpreted with care, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. Thus, a score needs to be put into the context of the launch date and the launch price of the camera, and comparisons of ratings among very different cameras or across long time periods have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.

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Specifications: Nikon D1 vs Samsung NX1

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Nikon D1 Samsung NX1
Camera Type Digital single lens reflex Mirrorless system camera
Camera Lens Nikon F mount lenses Samsung NX mount lenses
Launch Date June 1999 September 2014
Launch Price USD 5,499 USD 1,499
Sensor Specs Nikon D1 Samsung NX1
Sensor Technology CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor Format APS-C Sensor APS-C Sensor
Sensor Size 23.7 x 15.6 mm 23.5 x 15.7 mm
Sensor Area 369.72 mm2 368.95 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 28.4 mm 28.3 mm
Crop Factor 1.5x 1.5x
Sensor Resolution 2.6 Megapixels 28 Megapixels
Image Resolution 2000 x 1312 pixels 6480 x 4320 pixels
Pixel Pitch 11.93 μm 3.63 μm
Pixel Density 0.71 MP/cm2 7.59 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter no AA filter
Movie Capability no Video 4K/30p Video
ISO Setting 200 - 1,600 ISO 100 - 25,600 ISO
ISO Boost 200 - 6,400 ISO 100 - 51,200 ISO
DXO Sensor Quality (score) .. 83
DXO Color Depth (bits) .. 24.2
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) .. 13.2
DXO Low Light (ISO) .. 1363
Screen Specs Nikon D1 Samsung NX1
Viewfinder Type Optical viewfinder Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 96% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.53x 0.69x
Viewfinder Resolution 2360k dots
Top-Level Screen Control Panel Control Panel
LCD Framing Live View
Rear LCD Size 2.0inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 120k dots 1036k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Tilting screen
Touch Input no Touchscreen Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Nikon D1 Samsung NX1
Focus System Phase-detect AF On-Sensor Phase-detect
Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking FeatureFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/16000s 1/8000s
Continuous Shooting 4.5 shutter flaps/s 15 shutter flaps/s
Electronic Shutterno E-ShutterYES
Time-Lapse Photographyno IntervalometerIntervalometer built-in
Fill Flash no On-Board Flash Built-in Flash
Storage Medium CF cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
Connectivity Specs Nikon D1 Samsung NX1
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
Studio Flash PC Sync socket no PC Sync
USB Connector Firewire USB 3.0
HDMI Port no HDMI micro HDMI
Microphone Port no MIC socket External MIC port
Headphone Socket no Headphone port Headphone port
Wifi Support no Wifi Wifi built-in
Near-Field Communication no NFC NFC built-in
Bluetooth Support no Bluetooth Bluetooth built-in
Body Specs Nikon D1 Samsung NX1
Environmental SealingWeathersealed bodyWeathersealed body
Battery Type Nikon EN-4 Samsung BP1900
In-Camera Charging no USB charging USB charging
Body Dimensions 157 x 153 x 85 mm
(6.2 x 6.0 x 3.3 in)
139 x 102 x 66 mm
(5.5 x 4.0 x 2.6 in)
Camera Weight 1100 g (38.8 oz) 550 g (19.4 oz)
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