Panasonic S1R vs Samsung NX30

Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic S1R versus Samsung NX30, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and NX30 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was revealed 5 years after the NX30 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S1R grades against the NX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Samsung NX30. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic S1R has got outer dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Samsung NX30 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1R versus Samsung NX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S1R against the NX30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and NX30 is 54 and 75 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and NX30.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1R with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1R will offer you greater detail because of its extra 27 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern S1R is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.