Panasonic GM1 vs Samsung NX1000
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Panasonic GM1 vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Released December 2013
- Updated by Panasonic GM5
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Launched April 2012
- Replacement is Samsung NX1100

Panasonic GM1 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
Following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic GM1 vs Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is very comparable but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and NX1000 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

The GM1 was manufactured 21 months after the NX1000 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GM1 matches up against the NX1000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic GM1 vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 & Samsung NX1000. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GM1 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Samsung NX1000
GM1 | NX1000 | |||
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Launched | December 2013 | ![]() | April 2012 | More modern by 21 months |
Display resolution | 1036k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Panasonic GM1
NX1000 | GM1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GM1 and Samsung NX1000
GM1 | NX1000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic GM1 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GM1 offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic GM1 vs Samsung NX1000 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the GM1 versus the NX1000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GM1 and NX1000 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic GM1 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM1 and NX1000.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GM1 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX1000 will provide more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos more aggressively. The fresher GM1 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic GM1 vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic GM1 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | Samsung NX1000 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-12-19 | 2012-04-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,036k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/50 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 204g (0.45 lbs) | 222g (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 66 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 660 | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | 320 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $750 | $388 |