Panasonic GX8 vs Samsung NX2000

Below is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic GX8 vs Samsung NX2000, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the GX8 (20MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is fairly similar but the GX8 (Four Thirds) and NX2000 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The GX8 was brought out 20 months later than the NX2000 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GX8 matches up vs the NX2000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 & Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX8 Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX8 features outer dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has sizing of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the GX8 and the NX2000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX8 and NX2000 is 74 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX8 and NX2000.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but not the same sensor measurements. The GX8 has the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF tougher. The newer GX8 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.