Panasonic FX580 vs Samsung NX200

The following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic FX580 and Samsung NX200, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the FX580 (12MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the FX580 (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The FX580 was announced 4 years before the NX200 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FX580 matches up versus the NX200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Samsung NX200. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Samsung NX200 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX580 enjoys exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX200 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FX580 and Samsung NX200 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FX580 and the NX200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX580 and NX200 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The pic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FX580 and NX200.

Plainly, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FX580 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Samsung NX200 will provide greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FX580 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.