Panasonic GF1 vs Samsung NX210

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic GF1 vs Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the GF1 (12MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the GF1 (Four Thirds) and NX210 (APS-C) offer different sensor sizes.

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The GF1 was unveiled 3 years before the NX210 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the GF1 scores vs the NX210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 & Samsung NX210. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF1 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF1 enjoys external dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Samsung NX210 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the GF1 and the NX210.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GF1 and NX210 is 85 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The visual underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GF1 and NX210.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF1 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX210 will deliver extra detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older GF1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.