Panasonic S1R vs Samsung NX300

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic S1R vs Samsung NX300, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and NX300 (20MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and NX300 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1R was manufactured 5 years later than the NX300 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S1R matches up vs the NX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Samsung NX300. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1R offers physical measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Samsung NX300 has dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S1R vs Samsung NX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the S1R compared to the NX300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1R and NX300 is 54 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and NX300.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S1R featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic S1R will offer greater detail due to its extra 27MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger S1R will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.