Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX mini

On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic GF6 versus Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the GF6 (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the GF6 (Four Thirds) and NX mini (1") boast different sensor sizing.

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The GF6 was announced 11 months before the NX mini which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the GF6 matches up versus the NX mini with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 & Samsung NX mini. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF6 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF6 enjoys outer measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GF6 versus Samsung NX mini in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the GF6 and the NX mini.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and NX mini is 87 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GF6 and NX mini.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GF6 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX mini will show more detail with its extra 4.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged GF6 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.