Panasonic G6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic G6 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is pretty well matched but the G6 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The G6 was manufactured within a month of the Galaxy NX and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the G6 grades against the Galaxy NX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G6 comes with outside measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the G6 compared to the Galaxy NX.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G6 and Galaxy NX is 74 and 82 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specifications. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and Galaxy NX.

Plainly, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G6 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung Galaxy NX will give you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively.