Panasonic GX850 vs Samsung NX1000
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Panasonic GX850 vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Launched January 2017
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-GX800 / Lumix DMC-GF9
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2012
- New Model is Samsung NX1100

Panasonic GX850 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic GX850 versus Samsung NX1000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GX850 (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is relatively similar but the GX850 (Four Thirds) and NX1000 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

The GX850 was launched 4 years later than the NX1000 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the GX850 matches up against the NX1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic GX850 vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 & Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX850 Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX850 over the Samsung NX1000
GX850 | NX1000 | |||
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Introduced | January 2017 | ![]() | April 2012 | Fresher by 58 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper screen (+119k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Panasonic GX850
NX1000 | GX850 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GX850 and Samsung NX1000
GX850 | NX1000 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Panasonic GX850 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX850 has external measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic GX850 versus Samsung NX1000 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the GX850 and the NX1000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX850 and NX1000 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic GX850 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX850 and NX1000.
Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX850 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX1000 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern GX850 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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Panasonic GX850 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 | Samsung NX1000 |
Also called as | Lumix DMC-GX800 / Lumix DMC-GF9 | - |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-01-04 | 2012-04-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 107 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/500 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 20 Mbps, MP4, H.264 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 gr (0.59 pounds) | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 73 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.2 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | 586 | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 pictures | 320 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 sec, 3 images/10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | microSD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $548 | $388 |