Panasonic G2 vs Samsung NX100

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic G2 versus Samsung NX100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the G2 (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is relatively close but the G2 (Four Thirds) and NX100 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The G2 was manufactured 2 months before the NX100 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the G2 matches up versus the NX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic G2 provides physical measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G2 versus Samsung NX100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the G2 and the NX100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G2 and NX100 is 72 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G2 and NX100.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G2 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX100 will render greater detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.