Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX100
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Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 616g - 130 x 94 x 119mm
- Announced January 2017
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ82
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Revealed September 2010
- Updated by Samsung NX200
Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX100 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FZ80 (18MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is relatively similar but the FZ80 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe FZ80 was released 6 years after the NX100 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FZ80 grades against the NX100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 & Samsung NX100. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ80 over the Samsung NX100
FZ80 | NX100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2017 | September 2010 | Newer by 77 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 614k | Sharper screen (+426k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Panasonic FZ80
NX100 | FZ80 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ80 and Samsung NX100
FZ80 | NX100 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ80 has got exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") having a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) while the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
See the Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the FZ80 compared to the NX100.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ80 and NX100 is 63 and 88 respectively.
Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over specs. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ80 and NX100.
All in all, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ80 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic FZ80 will offer more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher FZ80 provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 | Samsung NX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 | Samsung NX100 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FZ82 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2017-01-04 | 2010-09-14 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | DRIMe Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | VGA AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 14.10 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, 1st Curtain Sync, 2nd Curtain Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 616g (1.36 pounds) | 282g (0.62 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 94 x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 62 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 563 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 420 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 images x 10 secs) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $399 | $386 |