Panasonic G9 vs Samsung NX11

Below is a in-depth review of the Panasonic G9 vs Samsung NX11, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and NX11 (15MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and NX11 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The G9 was unveiled 6 years later than the NX11 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the G9 scores vs the NX11 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Samsung NX11. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 has outer dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G9 vs Samsung NX11 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the G9 and the NX11.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and NX11 is 62 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and NX11.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G9 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic G9 will offer you extra detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer G9 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.