Panasonic GF7 vs Samsung NX mini

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic GF7 and Samsung NX mini, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the GF7 (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the GF7 (Four Thirds) and NX mini (1") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF7 was manufactured 11 months later than the NX mini so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the GF7 matches up vs the NX mini in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 & Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF7 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF7 has got outer measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the GF7 against the NX mini.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GF7 and NX mini is 90 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF7 and NX mini.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GF7 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung NX mini will give greater detail due to its extra 4.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer GF7 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.