Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX210
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Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX210 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
- Old Model is Panasonic GF7
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Succeeded the Samsung NX200
- Replacement is Samsung NX300
Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX210 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is very close but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and NX210 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe GF8 was launched 3 years after the NX210 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GF8 scores vs the NX210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 & Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GF8 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF8 over the Samsung NX210
GF8 | NX210 | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | August 2012 | Newer by 43 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 614k | Clearer display (+426k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Panasonic GF8
NX210 | GF8 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GF8 and Samsung NX210
GF8 | NX210 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF8 enjoys external measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX210 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the GF8 and the NX210.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF8 and NX210 is 90 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GF8 and NX210.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GF8 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX210 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger GF8 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX210 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 | Samsung NX210 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-02-15 | 2012-08-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 107 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/500s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.8 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m (at ISO 200) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | 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 |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 266 grams (0.59 lbs) | 222 grams (0.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 330 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $549 | $625 |