Panasonic FH8 vs Samsung NX2000

The following is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic FH8 and Samsung NX2000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH8 (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is pretty similar but the FH8 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH8 was released 23 months prior to the NX2000 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FH8 grades versus the NX2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 and Samsung NX2000. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH8 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH8 features exterior dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Samsung NX2000 has measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH8 and Samsung NX2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FH8 versus the NX2000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH8 and NX2000 is 96 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH8 and NX2000.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FH8 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX2000 will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FH8 is going to be behind in sensor technology.