Panasonic G9 vs Samsung NX3000

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic G9 and Samsung NX3000, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is pretty close but the G9 (Four Thirds) and NX3000 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The G9 was revealed 3 years after the NX3000 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the G9 grades against the NX3000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Samsung NX3000. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 comes with outer measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") along with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Samsung NX3000 has specifications of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G9 and Samsung NX3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the G9 compared to the NX3000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G9 and NX3000 is 62 and 89 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 and NX3000.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The G9 provides the smaller sensor which is going to make getting bokeh more challenging. The fresher G9 should have an edge in sensor innovation.