Panasonic GM1 vs Samsung NX300M

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic GM1 versus Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is pretty comparable but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and NX300M (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The GM1 was released 12 months later than the NX300M so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the GM1 matches up versus the NX300M in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GM1 features outside 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 NX300M has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GM1 versus Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the GM1 versus the NX300M.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and NX300M is 93 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GM1 and NX300M.

As you can see, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GM1 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX300M will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern GM1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.