Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX200

The following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic GF8 versus Samsung NX200, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is very well matched but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and NX200 (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The GF8 was brought out 4 years after the NX200 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GF8 grades versus the NX200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 and Samsung NX200. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF8 Gallery and Samsung NX200 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF8 has outer 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) while the Samsung NX200 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF8 versus Samsung NX200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the GF8 versus the NX200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF8 and NX200 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF8 and NX200.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GF8 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Samsung NX200 will give extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent GF8 should have an edge in sensor technology.