Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX300

Below is a extensive overview of the Panasonic GF6 and Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is very comparable but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and NX300 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The GF6 was launched 7 months earlier than the NX300 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the GF6 scores versus the NX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 & Samsung NX300. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF6 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF6 has got exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Samsung NX300 has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the GF6 compared to the NX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF6 and NX300 is 87 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The graphic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF6 and NX300.

To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GF6 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX300 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The older GF6 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.