Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX200
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Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Launched February 2012
- Successor is Panasonic GX7
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Old Model is Samsung NX100
- Successor is Samsung NX210
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Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX200, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and NX200 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe GX1 was released very close to the NX200 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GX1 grades against the NX200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Samsung NX200
| GX1 | NX200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Panasonic GX1
| NX200 | GX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 614k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+154k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic GX1 and Samsung NX200
| GX1 | NX200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2012 |  | February 2012 | Similar generation |
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX200 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GX1 enjoys physical dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) and the Samsung NX200 has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the GX1 and the NX200.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and NX200 is 87 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX200 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The image underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX1 and NX200.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GX1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX200 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively.
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Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX200 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | Samsung NX200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | Samsung NX200 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2012-02-14 | 2012-02-28 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine FHD | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
| Available lenses | 107 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 614k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 7.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.60 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | 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 | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/160 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 (60 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| 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 | 318 gr (0.70 pounds) | 223 gr (0.49 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 55 | 69 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 20.8 | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.6 | 12.6 |
| DXO Low light rating | 703 | 618 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 300 photos | 330 photos |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | BC1030 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $228 | $818 |