Panasonic FH20 vs Samsung NX1000

Following is a extended overview of the Panasonic FH20 versus Samsung NX1000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the FH20 (14MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the FH20 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The FH20 was manufactured 3 years before the NX1000 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH20 matches up versus the NX1000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Samsung NX1000. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH20 offers exterior dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH20 versus Samsung NX1000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FH20 compared to the NX1000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and NX1000 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Often, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH20 and NX1000.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FH20 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1000 will give you more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged FH20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.