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Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX2000

Portability
81
Imaging
62
Features
76
Overall
67
Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 front
 
Samsung NX2000 front
Portability
89
Imaging
63
Features
68
Overall
65

Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs

Panasonic G100
(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
  • Announced June 2020
Samsung NX2000
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
  • Launched November 2013
  • Superseded the Samsung NX1100
  • Refreshed by Samsung NX3000
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Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic G100 versus Samsung NX2000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the G100 (20MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the G100 (Four Thirds) and NX2000 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The G100 was revealed 6 years later than the NX2000 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the G100 grades versus the NX2000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Samsung NX2000

 G100 NX2000 
LaunchedJune 2020November 2013More recent by 80 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen resolution1840k1152kClearer screen (+688k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Panasonic G100

 NX2000 G100 
Screen size3.7"3"Bigger screen (+0.7")

Common features in the Panasonic G100 and Samsung NX2000

 G100 NX2000 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G100 features external measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Samsung NX2000 has proportions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G100 versus Samsung NX2000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the G100 versus the NX2000.

Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX2000 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G100 and NX2000 is 81 and 89 respectively.

Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX2000 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G100 and NX2000.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The G100 has got the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher. The more modern G100 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX2000 sensor size comparison

Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic G100 Portrait photography advice
Samsung NX2000 Portrait photography advice
77
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
provides face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
77
has manual focus
decent MP (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic G100 Street photography details
Samsung NX2000 Street photography details
78
screen can move to multiple angles
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
delivers RAW formats
provides focus via touch
good high ISO (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
77
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
comes with touch focus
lighter than average (228g)
above average ISO range (25,600)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic G100
Sports photography with Samsung NX2000
56
silent mode (1/16,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
provides tracking focus
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/500 seconds)
does not have image stabilization
low battery life (270 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
61
decent MP (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
no image stabilization
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic G100 Travel photography information
Samsung NX2000 Travel photography information
78
supports bluetooth
provides focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
low battery life (270 CIPA)
72
lighter than average (228g)
comes with touch focus
decent MP (20 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse function
does not offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic G100 Landscape photography details
Samsung NX2000 Landscape photography details
71
has manual focus
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is decent (3")
sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
good high ISO (25,600)
delivers RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
low battery life (270 shots)
72
has manual focus
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen larger than average (3.7 inch)
decent MP (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
above average ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW files
no image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic G100 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung NX2000 as a Vlogging camera
78
selfie friendly display
built-in touchscreen
provides face detect focus
high quality video (3840 x 1920 pixels)
does have mic jack
does not have image stabilization
35
touchscreen functionality
comes with face detect focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average (228g)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
doesn't have microphone socket
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Panasonic G100 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic G100 and Samsung NX2000
 Panasonic Lumix DC-G100Samsung NX2000
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Samsung
Model Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 Samsung NX2000
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2020-06-24 2013-11-30
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds APS-C
Sensor measurements 17.3 x 13mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 224.9mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixels 20 megapixels
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 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 25600 25600
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 49 21
Lens
Lens mount Micro Four Thirds Samsung NX
Total lenses 107 32
Focal length multiplier 2.1 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inch 3.7 inch
Resolution of screen 1,840k dots 1,152k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 3,680k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.73x -
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/500s 1/4000s
Max silent shutter speed 1/16000s -
Continuous shutter rate 10.0 frames per second 8.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 3.60 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 3840x1920 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 352 grams (0.78 lb) 228 grams (0.50 lb)
Physical dimensions 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 75
DXO Color Depth score not tested 23.4
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.3
DXO Low light score not tested 908
Other
Battery life 270 pictures 340 pictures
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - BP1130
Self timer Yes -
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC
Card slots One One
Price at release $698 $599