Panasonic S1 vs Samsung NX2000
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Panasonic S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1021g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Released February 2019
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Introduced November 2013
- Replaced the Samsung NX1100
- Renewed by Samsung NX3000

Panasonic S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Panasonic S1 versus Samsung NX2000, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S1 (24MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is relatively close but the S1 (Full frame) and NX2000 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

The S1 was introduced 5 years later than the NX2000 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the S1 matches up versus the NX2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Samsung NX2000
S1 | NX2000 | |||
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Introduced | February 2019 | ![]() | November 2013 | Fresher by 63 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1152k | Clearer screen (+948k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Panasonic S1
NX2000 | S1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.7" | ![]() | 3.2" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Samsung NX2000
S1 | NX2000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1 provides 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 NX2000 has measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic S1 versus Samsung NX2000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the S1 compared to the NX2000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and NX2000 is 54 and 89 respectively.

Panasonic S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and NX2000.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will render more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher S1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic S1 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | Samsung NX2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | Samsung NX2000 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-02-01 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 30 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3.7 inches |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/320 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1021g (2.25 pounds) | 228g (0.50 pounds) |
Dimensions | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 95 | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.2 | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.5 | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 3333 | 908 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 340 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Price at release | $2,498 | $599 |