Panasonic G6 vs Samsung NX mini

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic G6 versus Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the G6 (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the G6 (Four Thirds) and NX mini (1") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The G6 was unveiled 10 months earlier than the NX mini which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G6 grades against the NX mini for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G6 comes with outside dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Samsung NX mini has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Panasonic G6 versus Samsung NX mini in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the G6 against the NX mini.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G6 and NX mini is 74 and 93 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G6 and NX mini.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G6 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will provide you with more detail having an extra 4.5MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.