Panasonic G6 vs Samsung NX10
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Panasonic G6 vs Samsung NX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Revealed April 2013
- Previous Model is Panasonic G5
- Replacement is Panasonic G7
(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
- Released April 2010
- Replacement is Samsung NX11
Panasonic G6 vs Samsung NX10 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Panasonic G6 versus Samsung NX10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is fairly close but the G6 (Four Thirds) and NX10 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G6 was announced 3 years after the NX10 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the G6 matches up vs the NX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic G6 vs Samsung NX10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Samsung NX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Samsung NX10
G6 | NX10 | |||
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Released | April 2013 | April 2010 | More modern by 38 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1036k | 614k | Clearer display (+422k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX10 over the Panasonic G6
NX10 | G6 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G6 and Samsung NX10
G6 | NX10 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements |
Panasonic G6 vs Samsung NX10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic G6 offers exterior measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Samsung NX10 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic G6 versus Samsung NX10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the G6 against the NX10.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G6 and NX10 is 74 and 80 respectively.
Panasonic G6 vs Samsung NX10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The pic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and NX10.
Plainly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G6 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic G6 will result in greater detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher G6 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
Panasonic G6 vs Samsung NX10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G6 vs Samsung NX10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | Samsung NX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | Samsung NX10 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2013-04-24 | 2010-04-07 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | 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 | 16 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,036k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | 920k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 10.50 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/160s | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 390g (0.86 lb) | 499g (1.10 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 61 | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | 639 | 572 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photos | 400 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $750 | $626 |