Panasonic G2 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Below is a extended overview of the Panasonic G2 and Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the G2 (12MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the G2 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The G2 was introduced 3 years before the Galaxy NX and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G2 scores vs the Galaxy NX with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G2 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G2 enjoys exterior measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

See the Panasonic G2 and Samsung Galaxy NX in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the G2 vs the Galaxy NX.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G2 and Galaxy NX is 72 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specs. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G2 and Galaxy NX.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G2 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung Galaxy NX will offer greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The older G2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.