Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung NX100

In this article, we are looking at the Panasonic FH10 versus Samsung NX100, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is very close but the FH10 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The FH10 was announced 2 years after the NX100 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FH10 matches up vs the NX100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FH10 features outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH10 versus Samsung NX100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the FH10 and the NX100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FH10 and NX100 is 97 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH10 and NX100.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FH10 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FH10 will provide you with more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent FH10 will have an advantage in sensor tech.