Panasonic GH1 vs Samsung NX1

The following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic GH1 vs Samsung NX1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the GH1 (12MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the GH1 (Four Thirds) and NX1 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The GH1 was unveiled 6 years prior to the NX1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GH1 grades versus the NX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 and Samsung NX1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GH1 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH1 comes with external dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Samsung NX1 has dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GH1 vs Samsung NX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the GH1 against the NX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GH1 and NX1 is 81 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH1 and NX1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GH1 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX1 will offer greater detail having an extra 16MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GH1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.