Panasonic S1R vs Samsung NX100

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic S1R versus Samsung NX100, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and NX100 (15MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and NX100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The S1R was launched 8 years later than the NX100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1R 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 S1R grades versus the NX100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1R features outer dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S1R and the NX100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and NX100 is 54 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and NX100.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S1R due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1R will provide more detail utilizing its extra 32MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent S1R will have an advantage in sensor innovation.