Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX210
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Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Boost 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
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FZ82
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced August 2012
- Previous Model is Samsung NX200
- Newer Model is Samsung NX300
Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX210 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic FZ80 and Samsung NX210, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FZ80 (18MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the FZ80 (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe FZ80 was introduced 4 years after the NX210 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the FZ80 grades vs the NX210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 & Samsung NX210. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ80 over the Samsung NX210
FZ80 | NX210 | |||
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Announced | January 2017 | August 2012 | Newer by 54 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 614k | Sharper display (+426k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Panasonic FZ80
NX210 | FZ80 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ80 and Samsung NX210
FZ80 | NX210 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ80 has got outer dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") with a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX210 has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FZ80 and Samsung NX210 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FZ80 versus the NX210.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ80 and NX210 is 63 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ80 and NX210.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ80 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX210 will give extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent FZ80 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ80 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 | Samsung NX210 |
Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FZ82 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2017-01-04 | 2012-08-14 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest 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 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 616g (1.36 lbs) | 222g (0.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 130 x 94 x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 330 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 images x 10 secs) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $399 | $625 |