Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung NX1100

The following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic FS12 versus Samsung NX1100, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the FS12 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

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The FS12 was brought out 5 years prior to the NX1100 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FS12 grades versus the NX1100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 & Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS12 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 has outside measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS12 versus Samsung NX1100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FS12 vs the NX1100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and NX1100 is 95 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS12 and NX1100.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS12 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1100 will produce more detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged FS12 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.