Samsung Galaxy NX vs Panasonic G85

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Samsung Galaxy NX vs Panasonic G85

APS-C 369.0mm²
20.3 megapixels
ISO 100 - 25,600

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4/3 224.9mm²
16.0 megapixels
ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Samsung Galaxy NX advantages over Panasonic G85

Larger sensor
APS-C vs 4/3
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Built-in Bluetooth
Yes vs No
Always-on wireless connectivity
Higher effective ISO

Higher effective ISO

Maximum effective ISO is an estimate of the highest sensitivity at which a camera can capture excellent quality photos.

Cameras with higher effective ISO will be better choices for indoor photography, night shooting, and indoor sports photography, especially if you intend to make large prints.

You can learn more at our glossary entry.

Maximum effective ISO test data courtesy of DxO Mark.
Galaxy NX test data on DxO Mark G85 test data on DxO Mark

910 vs 656 iso
Take photos in low light with less noise
Built-in GPS
GPS vs None
Geotag your photos
On-sensor phase detect
Yes vs No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

440 vs 330 shots
Capture more photos
Thinner
25 mm vs 74 mm
Thinner
Higher-res screen
922k vs 347k pixels
More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
More pixels
20.3 vs 16.0 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter vs No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
Slow-motion videos
Yes vs No
Shoot slow-motion videos

Panasonic G85 advantages over Samsung Galaxy NX

Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel vs none
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
Lens selection
Excellent vs Limited
Better lens selection gives you more options
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes vs No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Shoot 4K video
4K (UHD) vs 1080p
Make sure you have a fast computer
Fast startup
~0.80 vs 2.7 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
More telephoto lens reach
120 mm vs 84 mm
Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
Newer
8 years vs 11 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
Less shutter lag
0.20 vs 0.33 sec
Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
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 JPEG shooting
9.4 fps vs 8.2 fps
Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
Bigger JPEG buffer
Unlimited vs 15 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
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
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

Common Weaknesses

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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Review Excerpt

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Very good image quality; Very good high ISO performance and dynamic range; Fast and accurate autofocus; Excellent 4K video recording quality and features.
OLPF-less sensor is prone to moiré; Electronic viewfinder struggles in low light; Continuous autofocus is limited to 6fps shooting; Below average battery life.
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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm X-E1

Samsung Galaxy NX

Fujifilm X-E1

$8000
APS-C

Touchscreen
Built-in Wi-Fi

$1299
APS-C

Lens selection
External Mic Jack

Compare Samsung Galaxy NX vs Fujifilm X-E1

Panasonic G85

Fujifilm X-E1

$831
4/3

Tilt-swivel screen
Lens selection

$1299
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

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Compared to Panasonic G7

Samsung Galaxy NX

Panasonic G7

$8000
APS-C

Larger sensor
Built-in Bluetooth

$665
4/3

Tilt-swivel screen
Lens selection

Compare Samsung Galaxy NX vs Panasonic G7

Panasonic G85

Panasonic G7

$831
4/3

In-Camera Image Stabilization
Fast startup

$665
4/3

Less expensive
Lighter weight

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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

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Panasonic G85

Fujifilm X-E2S

$831
4/3

Lens selection
Less expensive

$1250
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

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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

Compare Samsung Galaxy NX vs Leica CL

Panasonic G85

Leica CL

$831
4/3

Less expensive
Tilt-swivel screen

$3195
APS-C

Larger sensor
Top deck display

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Compared to Panasonic G95

Samsung Galaxy NX

Panasonic G95

$8000
APS-C

Larger sensor
Slower slow-motion

$831
4/3

Tilt-swivel screen
Lens selection

Compare Samsung Galaxy NX vs Panasonic G95

Panasonic G85

Panasonic G95

$831
4/3

Bigger RAW buffer

$831
4/3

Built-in Bluetooth
Newer

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