Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX1000
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Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Earlier Model is Panasonic GF7
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Revealed April 2012
- Replacement is Samsung NX1100

Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and NX1000 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

The GF8 was announced 3 years after the NX1000 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GF8 grades vs the NX1000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 and Samsung NX1000. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF8 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF8 over the Samsung NX1000
GF8 | NX1000 | |||
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Revealed | February 2016 | ![]() | April 2012 | More modern by 47 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+119k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Panasonic GF8
NX1000 | GF8 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GF8 and Samsung NX1000
GF8 | NX1000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GF8 provides external measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX1000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the GF8 compared to the NX1000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF8 and NX1000 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The image here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF8 and NX1000.
To sum up, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GF8 using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX1000 will give you extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent GF8 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 | Samsung NX1000 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-02-15 | 2012-04-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
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 | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 107 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/500 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.8 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 266 grams (0.59 pounds) | 222 grams (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | 320 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $549 | $388 |