Panasonic S1 vs Samsung NX300

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic S1 versus Samsung NX300, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the S1 (24MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is pretty similar but the S1 (Full frame) and NX300 (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The S1 was unveiled 5 years later than the NX300 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the S1 scores against the NX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Samsung NX300. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1 offers external 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 NX300 has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1 versus Samsung NX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the S1 vs the NX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and NX300 is 54 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and NX300.

As you have seen, both the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic S1 will offer you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent S1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.