• APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Samsung Galaxy NX advantages over Panasonic G100

  • Slower slow-motion
    240 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 4.29 vs 3.34 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • More telephoto lens reach
    84 mm vs 64 mm
    Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
  • Thinner
    25 mm vs 54 mm
    Thinner
  • More dots on screen
    2765k vs 1840k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos

Panasonic G100 advantages over Samsung Galaxy NX

  • Lens selection
    Excellent vs Limited
    Better lens selection gives you more options
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    4 years vs 11 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Lighter weight
    419g vs 718g
    Lighter weight
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Wider angle kit lens
    24 mm vs 27 mm
    Capture more of the scene with the included lens
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/6000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Both provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Dual card slots
    Neither provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Samsung NX300

Samsung Galaxy NX
Samsung NX300
  • $8000
  • APS-C
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $1200
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
Panasonic G100
Samsung NX300
  • $599
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $1200
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Fujifilm X-E2S

Samsung Galaxy NX
Fujifilm X-E2S
  • $8000
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • $1250
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • External Mic Jack
Panasonic G100
Fujifilm X-E2S
  • $599
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive
  • $1250
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Leica CL

Samsung Galaxy NX
Leica CL
  • $8000
  • APS-C
  • Built-in Bluetooth
  • Built-in GPS
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Top deck display
Panasonic G100
Leica CL
  • $599
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $3195
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Olympus E-M5 III

Samsung Galaxy NX
Olympus E-M5 III
  • $8000
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $924
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Panasonic G100
Olympus E-M5 III
  • $599
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $924
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • High resolution composite

Compared to Olympus E-M10 IV

Samsung Galaxy NX
Olympus E-M10 IV
  • $8000
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $649
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Panasonic G100
Olympus E-M10 IV
  • $599
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $649
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • More telephoto lens reach
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