Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX300M
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Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX300M Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 323g - 111 x 65 x 38mm
- Announced April 2013
- Old Model is Panasonic GF5
- Renewed by Panasonic GF7
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Revealed January 2013
Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX300M Overview
The following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is very close but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and NX300M (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GF6 was introduced 4 months after the NX300M so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GF6 grades versus the NX300M with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF6 over the Samsung NX300M
GF6 | NX300M | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | 768k | Sharper display (+272k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Panasonic GF6
NX300M | GF6 | |||
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Display dimension | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic GF6 and Samsung NX300M
GF6 | NX300M | |||
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Revealed | April 2013 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GF6 provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Samsung NX300M has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX300M in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the GF6 versus the NX300M.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and NX300M is 87 and 86 respectively.
Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The image here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF6 and NX300M.
As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GF6 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX300M will provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.
Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX300M Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 | Samsung NX300M |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-04-08 | 2013-01-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 247 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 107 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 768k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 1280 x 720p (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 640 x 480 (30/25fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 323 gr (0.71 lb) | 331 gr (0.73 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 65 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 54 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 622 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 shots | 330 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $326 | $699 |