Panasonic FX48 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic FX48 and Samsung Galaxy NX, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FX48 (12MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the FX48 (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The FX48 was manufactured 5 years prior to the Galaxy NX which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FX48 being a Compact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FX48 matches up vs the Galaxy NX in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 & Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX48 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has proportions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FX48 and Samsung Galaxy NX in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FX48 against the Galaxy NX.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FX48 and Galaxy NX is 95 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FX48 and Galaxy NX.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FX48 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy NX will offer greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged FX48 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.