Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX1000

Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is pretty close but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and NX1000 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF6 was revealed 12 months later than the NX1000 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the GF6 matches up against the NX1000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 & Samsung NX1000. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GF6 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF6 features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the GF6 versus the NX1000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF6 and NX1000 is 87 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The graphic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF6 and NX1000.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF6 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX1000 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer GF6 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.