Panasonic S1R vs Samsung NX1000

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic S1R versus Samsung NX1000, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and NX1000 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was released 6 years after the NX1000 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S1R scores against the NX1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R offers exterior dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S1R versus Samsung NX1000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S1R vs the NX1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S1R and NX1000 is 54 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and NX1000.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S1R due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1R will provide more detail as a result of its extra 27MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher S1R is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.