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Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Portability
91
Imaging
32
Features
25
Overall
29
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 front
 
Samsung Galaxy NX front
Portability
82
Imaging
62
Features
76
Overall
67

Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs

Panasonic ZS1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
  • 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
  • Released May 2009
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ6
Samsung Galaxy NX
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
  • Announced June 2013
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic ZS1 and Samsung Galaxy NX, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the ZS1 (10MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the ZS1 (1/2.5") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The ZS1 was revealed 5 years before the Galaxy NX and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the ZS1 matches up vs the Galaxy NX in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS1 over the Samsung Galaxy NX

 ZS1 Galaxy NX 

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Panasonic ZS1

 Galaxy NX ZS1 
AnnouncedJune 2013May 2009Fresher by 49 months
Manual focus Very precise focus
Screen dimensions4.8"2.7"Bigger screen (+2.1")
Screen resolution922k230kClearer screen (+692k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Panasonic ZS1 and Samsung Galaxy NX

 ZS1 Galaxy NX 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS1 comes with outer measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS1 and Samsung Galaxy NX in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS1 compared to the Galaxy NX.

Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung Galaxy NX size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS1 and Galaxy NX is 91 and 82 respectively.

Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung Galaxy NX top view buttons comparison

Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The visual here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS1 and Galaxy NX.

All in all, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS1 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Samsung Galaxy NX will deliver extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older ZS1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung Galaxy NX sensor size comparison

Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic ZS1
Portrait photography with Samsung Galaxy NX
24
supports face detect focusing
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.5")
no RAW support
77
you can focus manually
MP count decent (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection focus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 Street photography advice
Samsung Galaxy NX Street photography advice
60
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (229g)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.5")
no RAW support
68
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
comes with focus via touch
great high ISO (25,600)
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competitors (495g)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 Sports photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy NX Sports photography highlights
24
image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.5")
no phase detect AF
72
great max shutter speed (1/6,000s)
MP count decent (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
great battery pack (440 per charge)
comes with phase detect auto focus
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 Travel photography factors
Samsung Galaxy NX Travel photography factors
62
lighter than competition in class (229 grams)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
long zoom (300mm)
no Time Lapse recording
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
68
great battery pack (440 shots)
comes with focus via touch
MP count decent (20MP)
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors (495g)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 Landscape photography highlights
Samsung Galaxy NX Landscape photography highlights
30
pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.5")
no RAW support
no Time Lapse recording
73
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
big screen (4.8 inches)
MP count decent (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
great high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
great battery pack (440 shots)
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have Time Lapse function
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic ZS1 as a Vlogging camera
Samsung Galaxy NX as a Vlogging camera
31
pretty wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
supports face detect focusing
lighter than competition in class (229g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
no mic socket
34
has touchscreen
supports face detection focus
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have external mic support
does not offer selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competitors (495g)
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Panasonic ZS1 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic ZS1 and Samsung Galaxy NX
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1Samsung Galaxy NX
General Information
Company Panasonic Samsung
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 Samsung Galaxy NX
Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ6 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2009-05-14 2013-06-20
Physical type Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - DRIMe IV
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.5" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 5.744 x 4.308mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 24.7mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3648 x 2736 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 6400 25600
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 11 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Samsung NX
Lens zoom range 25-300mm (12.0x) -
Largest aperture f/3.3-4.9 -
Macro focusing distance 3cm -
Amount of lenses - 32
Focal length multiplier 6.3 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7 inch 4.8 inch
Screen resolution 230k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - HD TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Min shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/6000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 3.0fps 9.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 5.30 m (Auto ISO) -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 229g (0.50 lb) 495g (1.09 lb)
Physical dimensions 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 440 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $0 $1,300