Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung NX1

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung NX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the FH7 (16MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the FH7 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH7 was brought out 4 years earlier than the NX1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FH7 grades versus the NX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Samsung NX1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH7 features outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung NX1 has specifications of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung NX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FH7 versus the NX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH7 and NX1 is 96 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching specs. The visual below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH7 and NX1.

All in all, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FH7 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX1 will render greater detail having its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The older FH7 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.