Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung NX30

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic 3D1 versus Samsung NX30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The 3D1 was released 3 years before the NX30 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 3D1 scores vs the NX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Samsung NX30. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic 3D1 has exterior dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX30 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") along with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic 3D1 versus Samsung NX30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the 3D1 vs the NX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and NX30 is 93 and 75 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The visual below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and NX30.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 3D1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX30 will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older 3D1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.