Panasonic GF2 vs Samsung NX300M

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GF2 vs Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and NX300M (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

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The GF2 was released 22 months prior to the NX300M which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GF2 scores vs the NX300M with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF2 enjoys outer 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) whilst the Samsung NX300M has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF2 vs Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the GF2 versus the NX300M.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and NX300M is 88 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The visual here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GF2 and NX300M.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GF2 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX300M will render more detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older GF2 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.