Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung NX1100

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung NX1100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the FS25 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FS25 was introduced 5 years earlier than the NX1100 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FS25 matches up against the NX1100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Samsung NX1100. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS25 features outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FS25 vs Samsung NX1100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FS25 vs the NX1100.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and NX1100 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FS25 and NX1100.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FS25 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX1100 will provide more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The older FS25 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.