Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX11

Below is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic GF8 and Samsung NX11, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is relatively similar but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and NX11 (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The GF8 was revealed 5 years later than the NX11 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the GF8 scores vs the NX11 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 & Samsung NX11. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF8 Gallery & Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF8 provides outside dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX11 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF8 and Samsung NX11 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the GF8 vs the NX11.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GF8 and NX11 is 90 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GF8 and NX11.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GF8 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GF8 will offer you more detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern GF8 should have a benefit in sensor tech.