Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung NX20

Below is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung NX20, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH7 (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is very similar but the FH7 (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The FH7 was unveiled 7 months prior to the NX20 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH7 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FH7 grades versus the NX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH7 and Samsung NX20. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH7 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH7 comes with outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Samsung NX20 has specifications of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH7 vs Samsung NX20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FH7 and the NX20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH7 and NX20 is 96 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH7 and NX20.

To sum up, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FH7 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX20 will deliver more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older FH7 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.