Panasonic GF1 vs Samsung NX300

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic GF1 and Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the GF1 (12MP) and NX300 (20MP) and the GF1 (Four Thirds) and NX300 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF1 was released 5 years before the NX300 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the GF1 scores versus the NX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 & Samsung NX300. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF1 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF1 comes with exterior 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) whilst the Samsung NX300 has dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF1 and Samsung NX300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the GF1 against the NX300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GF1 and NX300 is 85 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The visual here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF1 and NX300.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF1 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX300 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older GF1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.