Panasonic GF1 vs Samsung NX mini

On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic GF1 versus Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the GF1 (12MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the GF1 (Four Thirds) and NX mini (1") posses different sensor sizes.

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The GF1 was brought out 5 years prior to the NX mini which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the GF1 grades against the NX mini with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 & Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF1 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF1 has physical measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the GF1 versus the NX mini.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF1 and NX mini is 85 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at specs. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GF1 and NX mini.

All in all, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GF1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Samsung NX mini will give extra detail having its extra 8.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged GF1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.