Panasonic GX7 vs Samsung NX20

In this article, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GX7 and Samsung NX20, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GX7 (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the GX7 (Four Thirds) and NX20 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX7 was released 19 months after the NX20 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the GX7 scores versus the NX20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Samsung NX20. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX7 comes with exterior measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX20 has sizing of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GX7 and Samsung NX20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the GX7 against the NX20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX7 and NX20 is 81 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GX7 and NX20.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX7 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX20 will show more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent GX7 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.