Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung NX11

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic FH8 versus Samsung NX11, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the FH8 (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FH8 was introduced 13 months later than the NX11 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FH8 grades vs the NX11 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 & Samsung NX11. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH8 Gallery & Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH8 offers exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH8 versus Samsung NX11 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FH8 compared to the NX11.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH8 and NX11 is 96 and 80 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FH8 and NX11.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FH8 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic FH8 will provide greater detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer FH8 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.