Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX1100

Lets look closer at the Panasonic GF8 versus Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty similar but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and NX1100 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF8 was released 2 years after the NX1100 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the GF8 scores versus the NX1100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 & Samsung NX1100. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF8 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GF8 comes with 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) while the Samsung NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GF8 vs the NX1100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF8 and NX1100 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specs. The pic below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GF8 and NX1100.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GF8 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Samsung NX1100 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern GF8 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.