Why not recruit a sidekick to bug you too! And how about borrowing an NX1 and weighing in on the debate? Psst: since you pretend to be a dummy (unlike the other sophisticates), why not check whether PowerDirector 13 does a half-decent job of supporting h.265 directly. You've already been candid enough to affirm that to grade s-log files in ProRes is a bit of a fool's errand for most folks.
These guys produce hands-down the best camera reviews on RUclips. Very professional and straight to the point. I admire their commitment. I mean who else is willing to get out there in that freezing cold weather to test a camera. Their videos are dynamic and entertaining. They cover lots of information in a short amount of time. You can tell they know what they are talking about. I like the fact that they cover both, the still and the video aspects of the cameras, but what I like the most is their unbiased opinion. They sell camera gear but they will tell you all the pros and cons; no sugar coating or butt kissing here. I also like MichaelTheMentor, "mega productions", Philip Bloom, Jared Polin, Tony Northrup "over analytical" style, Matt Granger, Dave Dugdale "down to earth" style, Faymus Media, and Digital Rev Tv (this last one for the comedy only).
It's actually feels better when Jordan and Chris has more conversation during the video. Having 10 min for Photographic & 10 for Video shutting feels like a good idea because now a days shutting video are more and more common for everyone. However, I wish Chris does not feel upset. Both you guys are really the best ever. This change just make this channel even better.
Most people don't know that Samsung in 2010 created the first APS-C mirrorless camera many months before Sony. Actually Samsung was the third company after Panasonic and Olympus with the micro 4/3 of 2008, that introduced a mirrorless camera for during early 2010. Mirrorless digital cameras for me are those with interchangeable lenses and autofocus. The problem with Samsung was the lenses. Samsung didn't produce fast a large variety of high quality NX mount lenses. Mirrorless cameras are mostly bought by amateur photographers with some experience who demand a variety of good lenses to choose. Otherwise a smartphone is fine and lately premium smartphones offer multiple cameras with ultra wide, wide, normal or telephoto lenses with the use of periscope design. Samsung when saw that its mirrorless cameras wasn't very successful tried the NX mini mirrorless cameras in 2014 and NX mini 2 in 2015. Both cameras had a small 1" sensor and the shortest flange focal distance of all mirrorless cameras. The variety of NX mini mount lenses was even poorer than the APS-C NX mount lenses. The NX-1 of 2014 was the only samsung mirrorless camera with serious quality but it was introduced too late when the domination of Sony and Fujifilm on APS-C mirrorless market was established. The 2015 was the last year Samsung was interested with mirrorless cameras. The only Samsung NX mount mirrorless camera I appreciate very much is the Galaxy NX of 2013 with android system. The first camera and maybe the last with interchangeable lenses and with android operating system. The android of Galaxy NX couldn't connect with wifi to internet and had google play store with plethora of photo and social apps. A really amazing cameras the Samsung Galaxy NX and I regret that I didn't bought it then. I could bought it now but its android version is obsolete.
Watching this in 2020 as someone who wasn't big into camera gear at the time (I just took the recommendation of the b&h guy because I was 14 and was using all my savings to buy a camera) this feels like a camera that does most of the things people like about Fuji cameras right now. Solid controls, good build quality, high quality EVFs and a solid stable of native glass. Maybe the fuji cameras look nicer to most people but I'm actually a big fan of the exterior build they were going for with this body
Mid of 2019 now and the NX1 is still very impressive. This could have been the start of a fantastic camera system. Samsung had the technology and the funds back then to become a really big player in the mirrorless market. Too bad that they quit building 'real' cameras.
I'll be posting image samples along with links to download Jpeg and raw image samples and low light tests along with raw h.265 video and low light tests for you to play with. I'll be posting this in the NX1 User group on facebook so if you want to join and share your thought/questions on the camera and your images/video come join us here facebook.com/groups/372281032931674/ Thumbs up if you want more people to join the community!
thanks for posting these in 4K. I have the new iMac and the video looks brilliant on the 5K screen. The biggest benefit is that I can count the individual gray hairs on Chris's head more accurately!!!!! 219 BTW ;-P
I know this has nothing to do with the reviewd camera, but i love the grading of this video. Great handling of shadows and highlights in very difficult lighting situations!
Did you upgrade the firmware of the 85mm lens before using it on the NX1. It may be one of the reasons why the AF performance was sub par as well as the fact that a smaller rather than a larger AF area was selected.
The more competition - the better; advances in the next couple of years will be awesome I expect. Samsung leads in some areas trails in others as do the rest. Within ten years advances will blow us away but nowhere near perfect yet. BTW you guys communicate amazingly.
Finally a review of the NX1, I always had a soft spot for the NX line of camera's. I never was completely satisfied with Sony's styling and wanted them to make a camera like this. Don't get me wrong Sony is wonderful but I think Samsung is getting some stuff right, like available lenses, SLR design, touch screen, and the menu system. However, Sony of course has a full frame sensor but I was never fully on board with the design or feel in my large hands. Plus the lenses are bigger and not all that available. I currently have a GH3 which is great but I am a little jealous of having a larger sensor sometimes. Maybe I will get a NEX6 to fulfill my APSC fantasy.
How was this camera not more popular. Blows my mind. Now there not even making cameras anymore. This is a hell of a camera. Ahead of it's time. I'm so confused
Hi Chris! Does the NX-1 not have the same 3-inch Super AMOLED touch panel used on the NX30? But unlike the NX30's fully-articulating mechanism, the NX1's just tilts, up to 90 degrees up and 45 degrees down..
Birds will go to your hands. If you are in an area where they are used to feeders, or people standing still with feed in their hands, the birds get used to it. They will then see a still open hand in the same way they see a feeder. I used to do it as a kid a fair bit.
Maybe its a bit weird comparison but price wise I'm considering Samsung NX-30 (with 2 lenses) vs Lumix Fz-1000 vs Sony RX-10 as my travel photo/video kit ... What would be your advise ?
I really hope Samsung beats the brand prejudice that it has around it. This seems like a really great camera, and I wish there was more support to the nx system from other manufacturers. I wish you guys would have done a better AF tracking test. Maybe a nx1 vs DSLR video is coming soon ?
Just out of curiosity, how long did it take for you to convert the H265 files? I'm really highly contemplating buying this camera but video editing is something i absolutely love doing so waiting a long time for it to convert might be a hassle.
LOL, loved the F-bomb. Excellent review. Sounds like it's a camera to be taken very seriously, and if it is, many of the software gripes you voth have could be taken care of - maybe even the lens mount conversions too. The AF may be a firmware update away from improved reliability, but honestly, that's where the mirrorless cameras have always lagged behind their elder dSLRs. Not having a dedicated autofocusing sensor here could mean it never achieves the effectiveness of say 7D2. I shot a low light concert last night with my 7D2 and it was absolutely impressive in performance. That's where I see the benefits to the dSLR, but it's painfully obvious it's been left behind in the image quality department. I guess we can say Samsung is a real heavy contender in this market now and that's great. Great job. Were the ISO test images processed RAW or JPEG? They seemed JPEG to me and I never consider them as a credible format for image comparison. Still, incredible sharpness!!
aloha......... very interesting... like your shooting & editing style... very up front & no fancy/smancy effects that would deter frm content.... keep up the good work....
wow I have been waiting for this review, and after watching it I am still excited about this camera, the image quality really seems amazing, the best of any apsc camera out there, and it sounds like with the new 16/50 f2 to 2.8 it focuses fast, and it seemed to track really well in video also, but I still wish you did more focusing test in this review, i'm surprised that the 16/50 f2 to f2.8 isn't being talked about more, it seems like it's the only one of it's kind, and from what you say its very sharp, If I was going to say a down side about the NX1, it would be the lack of a FULLY articulating screen, but at least it is touch, unlike the Sony A7 series of cameras, and being someone who is not experienced on the video side, it makes me a little intimidated when jordan says it's hard to work with, or hard in post, because if its hard for him, then what would it be for me, but other than that, this camera seems like it hit the ball out of the park, or atleast very close to a home run, and it really shows how behind Canon is with there sensor technology, I know the 7Dll focus system is top notch, but unfortunately they put it in a brick of a camera with no articulating touch screen, no 4k, no wifi, and a sensor that doesn't come close to this NX1, anyway after this review I am still not sure about the focusing system, so I would like to see some more detailed testing of the focus system, but overall a nice review
I would also like to see a full comparison to pro DSLR, I think the issue with the AF system is strange, if you look at other reviews they don't report anything like that . I think it is a firmware issue with the lens, because since I updated the firmware on my 50-200 the AF became much faster for some reason. I am just gonna wait for more detailed review before making a decision
Could you guys do an updated review for the video features after the new firmware updates? I've heard it turns this camera into an awesome video performer.
An episode taking a look at the recent major firmware updates for some of the more noteworthy cameras on the market such as the Samsung NX1 is a very realistic possibility in the near future. - Levi @ TCSTV
TheCameraStoreTV I know it's been a while but it'd be nice if you can have another look at the autofocus after the latest firmware update. Tony Northrup (yt channel) has talked about how amazing the autofocus is on the NX1. Is that just for video?
Fantastic video guys, and a VERY interesting camera subject to boot! It really looks like it has potential to become a great "all-in-one" camera option. Jordan, did you intend to have so much depth of field in the first shot and the shot at 2:07, or was it a situation of lacking sufficient levels of ND? #2) What lenses did you use on the GH4 for this, the image quality was really great. Thanks for restoring my faith in my trusty GH4! Haha #3) Did Chris have the NX1 on the Ronin for your walk and talk segment? It was really super smooth, and I wasn't sure how much of that was due to the stabilization qualities of the camera/lens(?), or whether it could almost all be down to the skill of Chris and the awesomeness of the camera stabilizer...
I was scanning some pentax 6x7 negs whilst watching this video, glad to see the king in the back ground, towering above the peons! Also great to see this camera defying stereotype and producing the goods. Sensor tech batting above its size.
5:30 absolutely, I noticed that right away testing autofocus in a 100W lighted room. sometimes the AF simply doesn't seem to function or you have to refocus, has there been any firmware update tot his by any chance? by the way I do love the NX1
TheCameraStoreTV Thanks for getting back... Do you think H.265 will be supported fairly quickly by all the NLEs. Such a blanket question and who knows just wanted your opinion. Because if thats not around the corner I cant see people using this as a main camera.
***** Adobe will have likely been on to it months ago, but I could see Apple dragging their FCPX backsides - why do Samsung a favour? Can't help thinking that this camera is six months to a year too soon (for videographers).
i am not gonna lie, the most interesting thing about this review is how they got a bird on Chris's hand... how did you do it? like the camera was fine but the bird caught my attention the most lol
Great to see Samsung have done a mostly excellent job with this camera, hopefully they can improve the AF more with some firmware tweaks aswell. Really interested to see how the 4K market plays out with this new contender.
Hi, did you guys Upgrade the firmware on the NX1 to 1.01? Did you upgrade the 85mm. To the latest firmware, which I believe is 1.12? Which is designed to improve focus with this new camera? If you didn't you may have to redo the review to be fair and honest. I have the NX1 and have perfect AF in near dark conditions. Sincerely, Mike P from DPReview
Those are good points but using the 85 1.4 in the way they did wasn't the fairest test of the cameras auto focus system. I just updated my 85 1.4 lens firmware and I do believe it's made a difference using it with my NX30.
Firmware was 1.01. I'm not sure what the firmware on the 85mm F1.4 is, but it was a review sample sent from Samsung, so I would be shocked if it wasn't current firmware. Jordan @ TCSTV
Great review, looks like this is a nice new camera! Would love to hear more if there's an firmware update as Jordan asked for. I'm looking for a new camera these days and watch a lot of those comparing vid's on youtube. Love how and what you do and also love Dave Dugdale's vid's. Greets to Dave from here :-) Great work all over! Thank you for all the time you invested in this channel!
Nice video guys! Would it be possible to look at the original files for some of your darker shots? I'd love to have a close look at the ISO performance of this beast.
Excellent review as always guys! I'm slightly disappointed by the video capabilities of this camera. The camera body has all the features a videographer would want but the lenses are difficult to use for video due to its focus by wire design. The video quality is excellent but it's hampered by a codec that needs extra processing in post. Hopefully Samsung will improve on these shortcomings and make this camera even better.
so are you saying the time to switch over to mirrorless is coming ? i'm using a Canon 550D right now and plan to upgrade to a Nikon D5200-5300, i haven't seen any mirrorless camera that even comes close to the dynamic range and lens choice that has, for the same price anyway.
Nice review, although looking at the noise comparison with the K-3 there seemed to be more detail in the Pentax image, in the leather grip in particular.. it this an issue with the youtube video compression?
Jordan @ TCSTV.... will all the updates would you now view the Nx1 as a go too camera? Or is the codec still a big enough issue for you to still use the gh4? Also with gh4 and Vlog would you even consider a NX1? just wondering
Great review, love it. Did you use a DJI ronin or stabilized the video in post from 13:42- 14:36 ?also since video is a big part now can you review the URSA.
That was indeed the Ronin! I'm focusing on the Sony FS7 before tackling any other video cameras right now. I've had issues with Blackmagic cameras, so the URSA currently isn't at the top of my pile. Jordan @ TCSTV
I would like to know whether the nx1 works well with old nx lenses. You slapped the 85mm on there and didn't like the AF in low light. Do you think it is poor with all the glass?
dear Chris and Jordan, welldone! very nice analysis. pls let me know about the problem for AF as you mentioned. also, did you check photos's qualities on paper after printing out? (the resolutions are acceptable as well as showing in Amoled screen?)
The Samsung NX 16-50mm F2.0-2.8 S ED OIS is a very bright zoom and unique lens. The Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM A is a little brighter but less wider at 18mm, less narrower at 35mm and much larger and heavier.
TheCameraStoreTV I'm trying to decide between the NX1 and the D750 and after watching both videos I'm still in need of reason as to go for one over the other (aside from price). I shoot mostly adventure/travel/photojournalistic stills, some video - any help, links, or opinion would be appreciated.
Can somebody explain to me what is wrong with the mount that everyone hopes to be corrected? I see Novoflex has already adapter for mounting Nikon lenses on Samsung NX cameras.
In the video i saw the battery was at 24% how good is the battery life? because of that screen and the conectivity i can assume it wastes lots of battery because in my canon i can use it for hours and my battery is not dying so.... how good is it?
Watching this again in 2018. Sad thing they stopped developing this promising(back then) system
Watching in 2020 and I agree. I was very interested in these cameras and they're still interesting.
@Epic Rhino Films Agreed. I want to get my hands on one of these cameras, just to play with. I wish Samsung would get back into the camera market.
Most underrated camera of the decade.
Ha! I started laughing when I saw my tweet appear on the video. Thanks for a great review Chris and Jordan.
Why not recruit a sidekick to bug you too! And how about borrowing an NX1 and weighing in on the debate? Psst: since you pretend to be a dummy (unlike the other sophisticates), why not check whether PowerDirector 13 does a half-decent job of supporting h.265 directly. You've already been candid enough to affirm that to grade s-log files in ProRes is a bit of a fool's errand for most folks.
Hope to hear your opinions on the NX1 Dave Dugdale
cheatingthesystem21 does Dave Dugdale review pre-productions camera? I really liked his GH4 and A7s through review, hope he'll do the same with NX1.
eidrag I'm not sure, but his GH4 review is a major reason that I have one
cheatingthesystem21 and he even show how his workflow when using camera, really helps there.
Wow, sounds like this camera was really ahead of its time.
looking back at this from 2023, pretty amazing they did this in 2014!
2014 wasn’t that long ago
These guys produce hands-down the best camera reviews on RUclips. Very professional and straight to the point. I admire their commitment. I mean who else is willing to get out there in that freezing cold weather to test a camera. Their videos are dynamic and entertaining. They cover lots of information in a short amount of time. You can tell they know what they are talking about. I like the fact that they cover both, the still and the video aspects of the cameras, but what I like the most is their unbiased opinion. They sell camera gear but they will tell you all the pros and cons; no sugar coating or butt kissing here.
I also like MichaelTheMentor, "mega productions", Philip Bloom, Jared Polin, Tony Northrup "over analytical" style, Matt Granger, Dave Dugdale "down to earth" style, Faymus Media, and Digital Rev Tv (this last one for the comedy only).
This is why I love your reviews. They are always honest, objective and doesn't give in to the hype. :)
NX1 became an “unsung hero"
I definitely like this style of review. Best if you guys continue this going forward.
It's actually feels better when Jordan and Chris has more conversation during the video. Having 10 min for Photographic & 10 for Video shutting feels like a good idea because now a days shutting video are more and more common for everyone. However, I wish Chris does not feel upset. Both you guys are really the best ever. This change just make this channel even better.
Most people don't know that Samsung in 2010 created the first APS-C mirrorless camera many months before Sony. Actually Samsung was the third company after Panasonic and Olympus with the micro 4/3 of 2008, that introduced a mirrorless camera for during early 2010. Mirrorless digital cameras for me are those with interchangeable lenses and autofocus.
The problem with Samsung was the lenses. Samsung didn't produce fast a large variety of high quality NX mount lenses. Mirrorless cameras are mostly bought by amateur photographers with some experience who demand a variety of good lenses to choose. Otherwise a smartphone is fine and lately premium smartphones offer multiple cameras with ultra wide, wide, normal or telephoto lenses with the use of periscope design.
Samsung when saw that its mirrorless cameras wasn't very successful tried the NX mini mirrorless cameras in 2014 and NX mini 2 in 2015. Both cameras had a small 1" sensor and the shortest flange focal distance of all mirrorless cameras. The variety of NX mini mount lenses was even poorer than the APS-C NX mount lenses.
The NX-1 of 2014 was the only samsung mirrorless camera with serious quality but it was introduced too late when the domination of Sony and Fujifilm on APS-C mirrorless market was established.
The 2015 was the last year Samsung was interested with mirrorless cameras.
The only Samsung NX mount mirrorless camera I appreciate very much is the Galaxy NX of 2013 with android system. The first camera and maybe the last with interchangeable lenses and with android operating system. The android of Galaxy NX couldn't connect with wifi to internet and had google play store with plethora of photo and social apps. A really amazing cameras the Samsung Galaxy NX and I regret that I didn't bought it then. I could bought it now but its android version is obsolete.
These guys did a great, clear, and thorough review of the Samsung NX1.
Watching this in 2020 as someone who wasn't big into camera gear at the time (I just took the recommendation of the b&h guy because I was 14 and was using all my savings to buy a camera) this feels like a camera that does most of the things people like about Fuji cameras right now. Solid controls, good build quality, high quality EVFs and a solid stable of native glass. Maybe the fuji cameras look nicer to most people but I'm actually a big fan of the exterior build they were going for with this body
Mid of 2019 now and the NX1 is still very impressive. This could have been the start of a fantastic camera system. Samsung had the technology and the funds back then to become a really big player in the mirrorless market. Too bad that they quit building 'real' cameras.
If you want the review on the video, starts at 10:00 :)
I'll be posting image samples along with links to download Jpeg and raw image samples and low light tests along with raw h.265 video and low light tests for you to play with. I'll be posting this in the NX1 User group on facebook so if you want to join and share your thought/questions on the camera and your images/video come join us here facebook.com/groups/372281032931674/ Thumbs up if you want more people to join the community!
Is that a common thing for birds to just fly into your hands like that in Canada? That is cool.
thanks for posting these in 4K. I have the new iMac and the video looks brilliant on the 5K screen. The biggest benefit is that I can count the individual gray hairs on Chris's head more accurately!!!!! 219 BTW ;-P
I counted 231, but I have access to the ProRes files.
Jordan @ TCSTV
ahhh we are in 2020 and my pc can't read this video in 4k lol
I'm really excited about Samsung's next round of incarnations, it seems like they are almost there. Any guesses what the releases will be in 2016?
they quit from what i heard
I know this has nothing to do with the reviewd camera, but i love the grading of this video. Great handling of shadows and highlights in very difficult lighting situations!
Thanks! The light did indeed suck!
Jordan @ TCSTV
Did you upgrade the firmware of the 85mm lens before using it on the NX1. It may be one of the reasons why the AF performance was sub par as well as the fact that a smaller rather than a larger AF area was selected.
The more competition - the better; advances in the next couple of years will be awesome I expect. Samsung leads in some areas trails in others as do the rest. Within ten years advances will blow us away but nowhere near perfect yet. BTW you guys communicate amazingly.
Best NX1 review yet. Thanks guys!
Finally a review of the NX1, I always had a soft spot for the NX line of camera's. I never was completely satisfied with Sony's styling and wanted them to make a camera like this. Don't get me wrong Sony is wonderful but I think Samsung is getting some stuff right, like available lenses, SLR design, touch screen, and the menu system.
However, Sony of course has a full frame sensor but I was never fully on board with the design or feel in my large hands. Plus the lenses are bigger and not all that available. I currently have a GH3 which is great but I am a little jealous of having a larger sensor sometimes. Maybe I will get a NEX6 to fulfill my APSC fantasy.
How was this camera not more popular. Blows my mind. Now there not even making cameras anymore. This is a hell of a camera. Ahead of it's time. I'm so confused
Because most people are smart enough to know lenses are everything. If they built this camera around emount it would have been a huge hit
A video review full of useful information, way to go, guys.
P.S. Video-Jordan FTW!
Hi Chris! Does the NX-1 not have the same 3-inch Super AMOLED touch panel used on the NX30?
But unlike the NX30's fully-articulating mechanism, the NX1's just tilts, up to 90 degrees up and 45 degrees down..
Really interesting to see how the video files will act out when I try heavy grading on them.
how did you get the bird to sit on your hand at about 8:50?
Jordan is secretly a bird.
Birds will go to your hands. If you are in an area where they are used to feeders, or people standing still with feed in their hands, the birds get used to it. They will then see a still open hand in the same way they see a feeder.
I used to do it as a kid a fair bit.
Chikadees are ridiculously friendly. Have some bird seed and patience.
Thanks Rob Elliott and QuickQuips .
Thanks Le Monarque and ***** for some fun answers. :)
Maybe its a bit weird comparison but price wise I'm considering Samsung NX-30 (with 2 lenses) vs Lumix Fz-1000 vs Sony RX-10 as my travel photo/video kit ...
What would be your advise ?
Love that RUclips award at the editing station :P
Awesome reviews guys! Thanks once again.
I am not a great fan of Samsung, but your review show they do a good job. I like the competition, so every camera gets better.
Great work guys!
This by far my favourite review destination! Thanks
I really hope Samsung beats the brand prejudice that it has around it. This seems like a really great camera, and I wish there was more support to the nx system from other manufacturers. I wish you guys would have done a better AF tracking test. Maybe a nx1 vs DSLR video is coming soon ?
Just out of curiosity, how long did it take for you to convert the H265 files? I'm really highly contemplating buying this camera but video editing is something i absolutely love doing so waiting a long time for it to convert might be a hassle.
Another very helpful review! Really appreciate the integrity of your reviews! Thank you!!
LOL, loved the F-bomb. Excellent review. Sounds like it's a camera to be taken very seriously, and if it is, many of the software gripes you voth have could be taken care of - maybe even the lens mount conversions too. The AF may be a firmware update away from improved reliability, but honestly, that's where the mirrorless cameras have always lagged behind their elder dSLRs. Not having a dedicated autofocusing sensor here could mean it never achieves the effectiveness of say 7D2. I shot a low light concert last night with my 7D2 and it was absolutely impressive in performance. That's where I see the benefits to the dSLR, but it's painfully obvious it's been left behind in the image quality department. I guess we can say Samsung is a real heavy contender in this market now and that's great. Great job.
Were the ISO test images processed RAW or JPEG? They seemed JPEG to me and I never consider them as a credible format for image comparison. Still, incredible sharpness!!
aloha.........
very interesting... like your shooting & editing style...
very up front & no fancy/smancy effects that would deter frm content....
keep up the good work....
Great review guys. Was I the only one who felt nervous when Chris was holding the camera over the pond with no wrist strap?
Great review. Aliasing better than GH4?
wow I have been waiting for this review, and after watching it I am still excited about this camera, the image quality really seems amazing, the best of any apsc camera out there, and it sounds like with the new 16/50 f2 to 2.8 it focuses fast, and it seemed to track really well in video also, but I still wish you did more focusing test in this review, i'm surprised that the 16/50 f2 to f2.8 isn't being talked about more, it seems like it's the only one of it's kind, and from what you say its very sharp, If I was going to say a down side about the NX1, it would be the lack of a FULLY articulating screen, but at least it is touch, unlike the Sony A7 series of cameras, and being someone who is not experienced on the video side, it makes me a little intimidated when jordan says it's hard to work with, or hard in post, because if its hard for him, then what would it be for me, but other than that, this camera seems like it hit the ball out of the park, or atleast very close to a home run, and it really shows how behind Canon is with there sensor technology, I know the 7Dll focus system is top notch, but unfortunately they put it in a brick of a camera with no articulating touch screen, no 4k, no wifi, and a sensor that doesn't come close to this NX1, anyway after this review I am still not sure about the focusing system, so I would like to see some more detailed testing of the focus system, but overall a nice review
I would also like to see a full comparison to pro DSLR, I think the issue with the AF system is strange, if you look at other reviews they don't report anything like that . I think it is a firmware issue with the lens, because since I updated the firmware on my 50-200 the AF became much faster for some reason. I am just gonna wait for more detailed review before making a decision
tekhiun Maybe they didn't have the custom AF limiter setup correctly. You know it, how you can set the min and max focus distances in-camera?
SwarleyAUS That is true, but i would think these guys know better than that tbh
tekhiun yeah you would think but they didn't even mention it, I think it is definitely a noteworthy feature!
Olympus has a constant f2 zoom and sigma has a constant f1.8 zoom. The samsung is still very impressive though!
Could you guys do an updated review for the video features after the new firmware updates? I've heard it turns this camera into an awesome video performer.
An episode taking a look at the recent major firmware updates for some of the more noteworthy cameras on the market such as the Samsung NX1 is a very realistic possibility in the near future.
- Levi @ TCSTV
TheCameraStoreTV I know it's been a while but it'd be nice if you can have another look at the autofocus after the latest firmware update. Tony Northrup (yt channel) has talked about how amazing the autofocus is on the NX1. Is that just for video?
Fantastic video guys, and a VERY interesting camera subject to boot! It really looks like it has potential to become a great "all-in-one" camera option.
Jordan, did you intend to have so much depth of field in the first shot and the shot at 2:07, or was it a situation of lacking sufficient levels of ND?
#2) What lenses did you use on the GH4 for this, the image quality was really great. Thanks for restoring my faith in my trusty GH4! Haha
#3) Did Chris have the NX1 on the Ronin for your walk and talk segment? It was really super smooth, and I wasn't sure how much of that was due to the stabilization qualities of the camera/lens(?), or whether it could almost all be down to the skill of Chris and the awesomeness of the camera stabilizer...
I was scanning some pentax 6x7 negs whilst watching this video, glad to see the king in the back ground, towering above the peons! Also great to see this camera defying stereotype and producing the goods. Sensor tech batting above its size.
Fantastic, comprehensive review! Thanks guys.
How does it stand against the new Nikon D7200?.
5:30 absolutely, I noticed that right away testing autofocus in a 100W lighted room. sometimes the AF simply doesn't seem to function or you have to refocus, has there been any firmware update tot his by any chance? by the way I do love the NX1
Was it just me or was the slow motion detail insane. How would you guys say it compares to the gh4 96fps or A7s 120fps. Thanks
Much better than GH4 96 FPS. Sharper and less aliasing.
Jordan @ TCSTV
TheCameraStoreTV Thanks for getting back... Do you think H.265 will be supported fairly quickly by all the NLEs. Such a blanket question and who knows just wanted your opinion. Because if thats not around the corner I cant see people using this as a main camera.
***** Adobe will have likely been on to it months ago, but I could see Apple dragging their FCPX backsides - why do Samsung a favour? Can't help thinking that this camera is six months to a year too soon (for videographers).
Any possibility on a potential NX2?
i am not gonna lie, the most interesting thing about this review is how they got a bird on Chris's hand... how did you do it? like the camera was fine but the bird caught my attention the most lol
Same for me, I was amazed. My only interaction with a bird ever is when a seagull shitted on my head in Scotland!
Which lens did you use?
I always enjoy watching your videos.
Whats the name and brand of the gloves actually lol? :D
Great video guys! The NX1 seems like a really nice camera, possibly more capable for stills than the GH4.
Dude, a bird landed on your hand! That's some wizard level stuff.
When will H265 be supported by Premiere Pro and similar?
mcol3 4 years later and it is still laggy. Samsung is really ahead of anyone else.
Great to see Samsung have done a mostly excellent job with this camera, hopefully they can improve the AF more with some firmware tweaks aswell. Really interested to see how the 4K market plays out with this new contender.
Great review guys.. See u put a lot of time into this vid.. Good professional review,, thanks
@13:25 talking about no lens adapters available, not true, Fotodiox makes a Nikon to NX adapter.
Hi, did you guys Upgrade the firmware on the NX1 to 1.01?
Did you upgrade the 85mm. To the latest firmware, which I believe is 1.12?
Which is designed to improve focus with this new camera?
If you didn't you may have to redo the review to be fair and honest.
I have the NX1 and have perfect AF in near dark conditions.
Sincerely, Mike P from DPReview
Those are good points but using the 85 1.4 in the way they did wasn't the fairest test of the cameras auto focus system. I just updated my 85 1.4 lens firmware and I do believe it's made a difference using it with my NX30.
Firmware was 1.01. I'm not sure what the firmware on the 85mm F1.4 is, but it was a review sample sent from Samsung, so I would be shocked if it wasn't current firmware.
Jordan @ TCSTV
TheCameraStoreTV any chance of you doing a re-review with the new nx1 v1.20 firmware?
Great review, looks like this is a nice new camera! Would love to hear more if there's an firmware update as Jordan asked for. I'm looking for a new camera these days and watch a lot of those comparing vid's on youtube. Love how and what you do and also love Dave Dugdale's vid's. Greets to Dave from here :-)
Great work all over! Thank you for all the time you invested in this channel!
Nice. Loved that bird sequence.
Guys what Converter are you using on your MacBook to the video files from the NX1 to convert to native MOV format.
Can you say me which camera you use to Record this video ?
Another great video. Any idea when you will get your hands on an A7 mk2?
Today! Review to follow this week.
Jordan @ TCSTV
Nice video guys! Would it be possible to look at the original files for some of your darker shots? I'd love to have a close look at the ISO performance of this beast.
Excellent review as always guys! I'm slightly disappointed by the video capabilities of this camera. The camera body has all the features a videographer would want but the lenses are difficult to use for video due to its focus by wire design. The video quality is excellent but it's hampered by a codec that needs extra processing in post. Hopefully Samsung will improve on these shortcomings and make this camera even better.
so are you saying the time to switch over to mirrorless is coming ?
i'm using a Canon 550D right now and plan to upgrade to a Nikon D5200-5300, i haven't seen any mirrorless camera that even comes close to the dynamic range and lens choice that has, for the same price anyway.
Nice review, although looking at the noise comparison with the K-3 there seemed to be more detail in the Pentax image, in the leather grip in particular.. it this an issue with the youtube video compression?
Jordan @ TCSTV.... will all the updates would you now view the Nx1 as a go too camera? Or is the codec still a big enough issue for you to still use the gh4? Also with gh4 and Vlog would you even consider a NX1? just wondering
Great review, love it. Did you use a DJI ronin or stabilized the video in post from 13:42- 14:36 ?also since video is a big part now can you review the URSA.
That was indeed the Ronin! I'm focusing on the Sony FS7 before tackling any other video cameras right now. I've had issues with Blackmagic cameras, so the URSA currently isn't at the top of my pile.
Jordan @ TCSTV
Wow. Canadians have evolved to use cameras in gloves !! What other superpowers might they possess?
Hamish Sutherland Endless charm.Jordan @ TCSTV
Cute
That's even more impressive when you consider Canada isn't a real country anyway.
Excellent job guys! Keep up the good work!
Can you guys please do a update on this camera? They did a couple of software updates if I'm not mistaken. Thanks for the reviews.
What is the weird graphics on the edges at 7:06?
Love these reviews. Keep it up!
Great review. Any chance you can do an update after all the new firmware? Thanks!
Nice review guys. Would you please tell me what brand are those gloves you use? :) Thx
I second this question - what gloves were you guys using?
I also add same question
oh i think i found it "heat 3 glove"!
김한솔 Uf... a bit pricey. But still nice. Putting it into my folder "Future Photostuff". Thank you for searching it ;)
I would like to know whether the nx1 works well with old nx lenses. You slapped the 85mm on there and didn't like the AF in low light. Do you think it is poor with all the glass?
Is the boot-up (Start up) time on this camera fast? from switching on to being able to focus and shoot?
Which camera stabilizer was being used while walking down the street testing the auto-focus?
Just out of interest have you tried edius lne for the h265 it supports it?
Just looking at codecs it supports ,might be a better work around
dear Chris and Jordan, welldone! very nice analysis. pls let me know about the problem for AF as you mentioned. also, did you check photos's qualities on paper after printing out? (the resolutions are acceptable as well as showing in Amoled screen?)
What sensor must be considered better, Samsung NX1's or Fujifilm XT-1's? Any inputs please!
The Samsung NX 16-50mm F2.0-2.8 S ED OIS is a very bright zoom and unique lens.
The Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC HSM A is a little brighter but less wider at 18mm, less narrower at 35mm and much larger and heavier.
TheCameraStoreTV I'm trying to decide between the NX1 and the D750 and after watching both videos I'm still in need of reason as to go for one over the other (aside from price). I shoot mostly adventure/travel/photojournalistic stills, some video - any help, links, or opinion would be appreciated.
Great review as usual. What really caught my eye however were the glove/mitts that Chris was wearing-they look warm. Who made those?
@TheCameraStoreTV Doesn't Premiere Pro CC 2015 support H.265 in the fall update?
I've been hearing that it can only shot 60p at 1080, but Jordan said it can do 120p. Does anyone know which one is correct?
Does it take SIM-card?
Can somebody explain to me what is wrong with the mount that everyone hopes to be corrected? I see Novoflex has already adapter for mounting Nikon lenses on Samsung NX cameras.
Did you guys update the firmware on the 85mm f1.4?
Pre-updated 85mm f1.4 have trouble focusing in any light
Are you guys using the Nx1 now to shoot videos or take some stills for your personal usage?
great review as always!!!looking forward to your sony a7 ii review.
In the video i saw the battery was at 24% how good is the battery life? because of that screen and the conectivity i can assume it wastes lots of battery because in my canon i can use it for hours and my battery is not dying so.... how good is it?
YASSSSSSS. I've been waiting for this. I'm moist.
What's up with the video quality? I don't get the HD option
Give it a few minutes. 4K videos take time to process.
TheCameraStoreTV
I'm getting 4K.
Awesome video guys. I saw the one on the SonyA6300 as well. Question: Jordan, what IS your go2 camera for film within the same kind of budget?
Holy cow, this guy has a bird land on his hand at 8:50 He must be a Disney princess!