Panasonic G1 vs Samsung NX20

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic G1 versus Samsung NX20, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and NX20 (20MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and NX20 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The G1 was brought out 4 years earlier than the NX20 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the G1 scores versus the NX20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Samsung NX20. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G1 offers external measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Samsung NX20 has proportions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the G1 against the NX20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and NX20 is 82 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The image underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 and NX20.

All in all, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX20 will deliver more detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged G1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.