Samsung NX1

The mirrorless powerhouse that was ahead of time

Samsung NX1
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 16
Performance 16
Durability 16
Price 14
Usability 17
Brand Samsung
Model EV-NX1ZZZ

Key Features

SENSOR 28.2MP APS-C BSI CMOS sensor
PROCESSOR DRIMe V image processor for high-speed processing
AUTOFOCUS NX AF System III with 205 phase-detection points
PHASE DETECTION 90% frame coverage with 209 focus points
VIDEO 4K UHD (3840x2160) at 30p, H.265 codec
STABILIZATION None (relies on OIS in lenses)
BURST RATE 15 frames per second with full AF tracking
VIEWFINDER 2.36M-dot OLED electronic viewfinder
DISPLAY 3.0-inch tilting Super AMOLED touchscreen
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB 3.0, HDMI, mic/headphone ports
MEMORY CARD Single SD card slot (UHS-I)
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy body with dust and moisture resistance
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 500 shots per charge (ED-BP1900)

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Samsung NX1

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✓ Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✓ Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✓ Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ~ Limited Via command dials
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ~ Limited Via command dials
AF-ON Button ✓ Present
Main Command Dial ✓ Present
Sub-Command Dial ✓ Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✓ Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✓ Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✓ Present
Video Record Button ✓ Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present

How-to Use Samsung NX1

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Samsung NX1 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

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Technical Specification

Sensor APS-C BSI CMOS
Resolution 28.2 Megapixels
ISO Range 100-25600 (exp. to 51200)
Autofocus 205-point Phase Detection
Shutter Speed 1/8000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 15 fps
Video 4K 3840x2160 @ 30p
Stabilization None
Viewfinder OLED EVF, 2.36M dots
LCD 3.0-inch Tilting AMOLED
Memory Card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB 3.0
Battery Life 500 shots
Weight 550g (body only)
Dimensions 138.5 x 102.3 x 65.8 mm