Panasonic G10 vs Samsung NX11
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Panasonic G10 vs Samsung NX11 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
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Revealed December 2010
- Previous Model is Samsung NX10
- Refreshed by Samsung NX20

Panasonic G10 vs Samsung NX11 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic G10 vs Samsung NX11, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is very close but the G10 (Four Thirds) and NX11 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

The G10 was launched 4 months earlier than the NX11 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the G10 grades vs the NX11 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic G10 vs Samsung NX11 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 and Samsung NX11. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G10 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G10 over the Samsung NX11
G10 | NX11 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX11 over the Panasonic G10
NX11 | G10 | |||
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Display resolution | 614k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic G10 and Samsung NX11
G10 | NX11 | |||
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Revealed | August 2010 | ![]() | December 2010 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Panasonic G10 vs Samsung NX11 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G10 provides exterior dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX11 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic G10 vs Samsung NX11 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the G10 vs the NX11.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G10 and NX11 is 72 and 80 respectively.

Panasonic G10 vs Samsung NX11 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G10 and NX11.
To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G10 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX11 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively.

Panasonic G10 vs Samsung NX11 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic G10 vs Samsung NX11 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | Samsung NX11 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | Samsung NX11 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-08-09 | 2010-12-28 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 15MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 107 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.52x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 11.00 m | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/160s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 388 grams (0.86 pounds) | 499 grams (1.10 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 90 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 52 | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.2 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | 411 | 553 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | 400 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $550 | $626 |