Panasonic FH10 vs Samsung NX500

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic FH10 and Samsung NX500, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the FH10 (16MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the FH10 (1/2.3") and NX500 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The FH10 was introduced 3 years earlier than the NX500 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FH10 grades vs the NX500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH10 comes with outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Samsung NX500 has dimensions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH10 and Samsung NX500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH10 vs the NX500.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and NX500 is 97 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH10 and NX500.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FH10 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX500 will produce extra detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged FH10 will be behind in sensor innovation.