Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung NX100

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung NX100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is pretty similar but the 3D1 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 3D1 was revealed 14 months later than the NX100 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the 3D1 scores vs the NX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Samsung NX100. The full galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic 3D1 comes with outside measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung NX100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 3D1 and the NX100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and NX100 is 93 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and NX100.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 3D1 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX100 will offer extra detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher 3D1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.