Panasonic FH20 vs Samsung NX3000

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic FH20 versus Samsung NX3000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the FH20 (14MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the FH20 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The FH20 was brought out 5 years prior to the NX3000 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the FH20 scores vs the NX3000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Samsung NX3000. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH20 comes with outer measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has sizing of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH20 versus Samsung NX3000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the FH20 against the NX3000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH20 and NX3000 is 93 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The pic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH20 and NX3000.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FH20 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX3000 will offer you extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged FH20 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.