Panasonic S1 vs Samsung NX20

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic S1 vs Samsung NX20, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the S1 (24MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the S1 (Full frame) and NX20 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The S1 was introduced 6 years after the NX20 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S1 matches up versus the NX20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 enjoys physical measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) and 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 S1 vs Samsung NX20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S1 vs the NX20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and NX20 is 54 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and NX20.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S1 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will show more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern S1 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.