Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung NX1

Following is a complete review of the Panasonic FP8 and Samsung NX1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the FP8 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The FP8 was announced 6 years earlier than the NX1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FP8 scores against the NX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Samsung NX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP8 has exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung NX1 has measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP8 compared to the NX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP8 and NX1 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and NX1.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP8 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX1 will offer greater detail with its extra 16MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged FP8 is going to be behind in sensor technology.