Panasonic GX9 vs Samsung NX20

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic GX9 and Samsung NX20, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GX9 (20MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is relatively close but the GX9 (Four Thirds) and NX20 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The GX9 was brought out 5 years after the NX20 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GX9 scores versus the NX20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Samsung NX20. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX9 has got external dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX20 has dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GX9 and Samsung NX20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GX9 compared to the NX20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GX9 and NX20 is 82 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GX9 and NX20.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The GX9 features the smaller sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field trickier. The younger GX9 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.