Panasonic FS12 vs Samsung NX2000

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic FS12 versus Samsung NX2000, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the FS12 (12MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the FS12 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The FS12 was introduced 5 years earlier than the NX2000 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FS12 matches up against the NX2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 has external 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) and the Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FS12 versus Samsung NX2000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FS12 against the NX2000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and NX2000 is 95 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS12 and NX2000.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FS12 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung NX2000 will give more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The older FS12 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.