Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung NX1100

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung NX1100, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The 3D1 was unveiled 17 months earlier than the NX1100 making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the 3D1 matches up against the NX1100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic 3D1 features outer measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung NX1100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the 3D1 against the NX1100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and NX1100 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 3D1 and NX1100.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 3D1 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX1100 will resolve more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged 3D1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.