Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX210

Following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic GX1 and Samsung NX210, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is relatively close but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and NX210 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX1 was manufactured 6 months before the NX210 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the GX1 scores vs the NX210 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 & Samsung NX210. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX1 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. 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 NX210 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the GX1 vs the NX210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX1 and NX210 is 87 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GX1 and NX210.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX1 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX210 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.