Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GF8 and Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is pretty comparable but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF8 was launched 2 years after the Galaxy NX which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the GF8 grades vs the Galaxy NX with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF8 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF8 provides external dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GF8 and Samsung Galaxy NX in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the GF8 and the Galaxy NX.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the GF8 and Galaxy NX is 90 and 82 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF8 and Galaxy NX.

As you can see, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GF8 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung Galaxy NX will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher GF8 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.