Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX10

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively similar but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and NX10 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The GF8 was launched 5 years after the NX10 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the GF8 grades against the NX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 and Samsung NX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF8 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF8 has external dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Samsung NX10 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the GF8 vs the NX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF8 and NX10 is 90 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF8 and NX10.

Clearly, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GF8 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GF8 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer GF8 provides an edge in sensor tech.