Panasonic S1H vs Samsung NX200
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Panasonic S1H vs Samsung NX200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Launched August 2019
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Released February 2012
- Succeeded the Samsung NX100
- Newer Model is Samsung NX210

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung NX200 Overview
Below is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic S1H and Samsung NX200, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the S1H (24MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is fairly close but the S1H (Full frame) and NX200 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

The S1H was manufactured 7 years later than the NX200 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S1H matches up against the NX200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung NX200 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Samsung NX200. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Samsung NX200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Samsung NX200
S1H | NX200 | |||
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Released | August 2019 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 92 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2330k | ![]() | 614k | Clearer display (+1716k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Panasonic S1H
NX200 | S1H |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Samsung NX200
S1H | NX200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Panasonic S1H vs Samsung NX200 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1H offers external measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") having a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Samsung NX200 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic S1H and Samsung NX200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S1H against the NX200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1H and NX200 is 52 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung NX200 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and NX200.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S1H because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1H will result in extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern S1H is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic S1H vs Samsung NX200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic S1H vs Samsung NX200 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Samsung NX200 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Samsung NX200 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2019-08-28 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface 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 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 30 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 2,330 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/320 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 5952x3988 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1052g (2.32 pounds) | 223g (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 69 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 618 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photographs | 330 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Two | One |
Retail pricing | $3,998 | $818 |