Panasonic G10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Panasonic G10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 388g - 124 x 90 x 74mm
- Introduced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Introduced June 2013
Panasonic G10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic G10 and Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the G10 (12MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the G10 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe G10 was brought out 3 years before the Galaxy NX which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G10 grades versus the Galaxy NX when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic G10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 & Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G10 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G10 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
G10 | Galaxy NX |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Panasonic G10
Galaxy NX | G10 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | August 2010 | More modern by 34 months | |
Display size | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Crisper display (+462k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic G10 and Samsung Galaxy NX
G10 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic G10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic G10 features outside dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has sizing of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic G10 and Samsung Galaxy NX in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the G10 and the Galaxy NX.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G10 and Galaxy NX is 72 and 82 respectively.
Panasonic G10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The pic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G10 and Galaxy NX.
All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G10 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung Galaxy NX will provide extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged G10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic G10 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-08-09 | 2013-06-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine HD II | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 107 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.52x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 388 gr (0.86 pounds) | 495 gr (1.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 90 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 52 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 411 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 440 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $550 | $1,300 |