Panasonic GH1 vs Samsung EX2F

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic GH1 versus Samsung EX2F, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GH1 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is very similar but the GH1 (Four Thirds) and EX2F (1/1.7") come with different sensor sizes.

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The GH1 was announced 4 years earlier than the EX2F and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the GH1 scores against the EX2F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 & Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GH1 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GH1 enjoys physical measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GH1 versus Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the GH1 vs the EX2F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH1 and EX2F is 81 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The graphic here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GH1 and EX2F.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The GH1 uses the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The older GH1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.