Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX300M

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic GX1 vs Samsung NX300M, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is relatively similar but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and NX300M (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX1 was announced 10 months before the NX300M so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GX1 scores versus the NX300M with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 & Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GX1 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX1 features outside dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) and the Samsung NX300M has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the GX1 and the NX300M.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and NX300M is 87 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX1 and NX300M.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX1 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX300M will offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GX1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.