Panasonic S1H vs Samsung NX mini

In this write-up, we are looking at the Panasonic S1H versus Samsung NX mini, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the S1H (24MP) and the NX mini (20.5MP) is fairly similar but the S1H (Full frame) and NX mini (1") enjoy different sensor size.

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The S1H was revealed 5 years after the NX mini which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S1H grades vs the NX mini for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Samsung NX mini. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H has got outer dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1H versus Samsung NX mini in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the S1H versus the NX mini.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and NX mini is 52 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and NX mini.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S1H with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1H will deliver more detail because of its extra 3.5MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer S1H provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.