Panasonic G1 vs Samsung NX500

Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic G1 versus Samsung NX500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and NX500 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G1 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the NX500 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G1 grades against the NX500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Samsung NX500. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic G1 comes with exterior measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Samsung NX500 has sizing of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G1 versus Samsung NX500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the G1 against the NX500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 and NX500 is 82 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The graphic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 and NX500.

Plainly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G1 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX500 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 16MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The older G1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.