Panasonic GF1 vs Samsung NX100

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic GF1 versus Samsung NX100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GF1 (12MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is fairly well matched but the GF1 (Four Thirds) and NX100 (APS-C) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GF1 was brought out 11 months prior to the NX100 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GF1 matches up against the NX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 & Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF1 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF1 has got external measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Samsung NX100 has proportions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the GF1 compared to the NX100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF1 and NX100 is 85 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GF1 and NX100.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF1 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX100 will resolve extra detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older GF1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.