Panasonic FH1 vs Samsung NX210

Here is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FH1 versus Samsung NX210, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the FH1 (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The FH1 was brought out 3 years prior to the NX210 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the FH1 grades versus the NX210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Samsung NX210. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH1 comes with physical measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX210 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH1 versus Samsung NX210 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FH1 against the NX210.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and NX210 is 95 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FH1 and NX210.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FH1 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX210 will give more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The older FH1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.