Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung NX mini

The following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung NX mini, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the FP7 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") feature different sensor sizes.

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The FP7 was revealed 4 years prior to the NX mini which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FP7 matches up against the NX mini in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Samsung NX mini. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP7 has physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FP7 versus the NX mini.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and NX mini is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specs. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and NX mini.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FP7 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX mini will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4.5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged FP7 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.