Panasonic S1H vs Samsung NX100

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic S1H vs Samsung NX100, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and NX100 (15MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and NX100 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The S1H was introduced 9 years later than the NX100 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S1H scores vs the NX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1H has got outside measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1H vs Samsung NX100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S1H against the NX100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and NX100 is 52 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The photograph below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and NX100.

All in all, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1H using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1H will offer you extra detail using its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer S1H will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.