Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung NX2000

The following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FH2 and Samsung NX2000, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the FH2 (14MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the FH2 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The FH2 was unveiled 3 years before the NX2000 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FH2 scores versus the NX2000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Samsung NX2000. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH2 offers external dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung NX2000 has proportions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH2 and Samsung NX2000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FH2 vs the NX2000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH2 and NX2000 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH2 and NX2000.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FH2 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung NX2000 will produce extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FH2 will be behind in sensor innovation.