Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX1
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Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 352g - 116 x 83 x 54mm
- Introduced June 2020
(Full Review)
- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 550g - 139 x 102 x 66mm
- Launched September 2014

Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX1 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Panasonic G100 and Samsung NX1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and NX1 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

The G100 was unveiled 5 years after the NX1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G100 matches up against the NX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 & Samsung NX1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G100 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Samsung NX1
G100 | NX1 | |||
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Launched | June 2020 | ![]() | September 2014 | Newer by 71 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1036k | Crisper screen (+804k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Panasonic G100
NX1 | G100 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G100 and Samsung NX1
G100 | NX1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G100 comes with exterior dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") along with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Samsung NX1 has dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic G100 and Samsung NX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G100 compared to the NX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the G100 and NX1 is 81 and 66 respectively.

Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G100 and NX1.
Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G100 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1 will offer you greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher G100 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | Samsung NX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | Samsung NX1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2020-06-24 | 2014-09-15 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DRIMe 5 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 28 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 6480 x 4320 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 209 |
Cross focus points | - | 153 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 107 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,840k dots | 1,036k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/500 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 15.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.60 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 4096 x 2160 (24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Highest video resolution | 3840x1920 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.265 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 352 grams (0.78 lb) | 550 grams (1.21 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") | 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 83 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1363 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photos | 500 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1900 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $698 | $1,500 |