Panasonic G9 vs Samsung NX300

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic G9 versus Samsung NX300, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is relatively similar but the G9 (Four Thirds) and NX300 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

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The G9 was manufactured 4 years later than the NX300 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G9 grades versus the NX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Samsung NX300. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G9 comes with exterior dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300 has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G9 versus Samsung NX300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the G9 versus the NX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 and NX300 is 62 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and NX300.

All in all, the two cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The G9 offers the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field trickier. The more recent G9 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.