Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX300

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX300, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is very similar but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and NX300 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

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The GX1 was announced 21 months earlier than the NX300 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the GX1 grades against the NX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 & Samsung NX300. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX1 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX1 enjoys outer measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Samsung NX300 has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the GX1 versus the NX300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and NX300 is 87 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX1 and NX300.

To sum up, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GX1 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX300 will deliver more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged GX1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.