Panasonic FS15 vs Samsung NX100

Below is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FS15 and Samsung NX100, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is relatively similar but the FS15 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FS15 was brought out 20 months earlier than the NX100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FS15 scores vs the NX100 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 & Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS15 offers outside dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FS15 compared to the NX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FS15 and NX100 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FS15 and NX100.

All in all, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FS15 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX100 will offer extra detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older FS15 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.