Panasonic GX85 vs Samsung NX210

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GX85 versus Samsung NX210, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the GX85 (16MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is pretty similar but the GX85 (Four Thirds) and NX210 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The GX85 was announced 3 years later than the NX210 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the GX85 matches up against the NX210 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 & Samsung NX210. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX85 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX85 comes with external dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GX85 versus Samsung NX210 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the GX85 and the NX210.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX85 and NX210 is 83 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX85 and NX210.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GX85 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX210 will deliver greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger GX85 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.