Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX1100

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic GX1 versus Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and NX1100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX1 was manufactured 14 months earlier than the NX1100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GX1 scores against the NX1100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 & Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GX1 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX1 offers exterior measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GX1 versus Samsung NX1100 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the GX1 vs the NX1100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX1 and NX1100 is 87 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX1 and NX1100.

As you can see, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GX1 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX1100 will give more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older GX1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.