Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung NX mini

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung NX mini, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the FS15 (12MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the FS15 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The FS15 was unveiled 6 years prior to the NX mini which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the FS15 scores vs the NX mini for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Samsung NX mini. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FS15 has outside dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the FS15 compared to the NX mini.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FS15 and NX mini is 95 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS15 and NX mini.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FS15 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX mini will resolve extra detail having an extra 8.5MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged FS15 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.