Panasonic GF2 vs Samsung NX300

Let's look closer at the Panasonic GF2 versus Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and NX300 (20MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and NX300 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF2 was launched 3 years earlier than the NX300 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the GF2 grades vs the NX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Samsung NX300. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GF2 has got outside measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Samsung NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

See the Panasonic GF2 versus Samsung NX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the GF2 versus the NX300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and NX300 is 88 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GF2 and NX300.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GF2 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX300 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged GF2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.