Samsung NX mini vs Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70

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      Specifications

      General Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      BrandSamsungPanasonic
      ModelNX miniLumix DC-ZS70
      Predecessor ModelPanasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60
      Successor ModelPanasonic Lumix DC-ZS80
      MSRP$449 / €399 (with 9mm lens), $549 / €499 (with 9-27mm lens, external flash)
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensPoint & Shoot
      Body TypeMirrorlessStandard Compact
      Video Capture
      Sensor Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Sensor TypeBSI-CMOS
      Sensor Size1-inch1/2.3-inch
      Sensor Dimensions13.2 x 8.8 mm6.17 x 4.55 mm
      Total Pixels20.9 Megapixel21.1 Megapixel
      Effective Pixels20.5 Megapixel20.3 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range160 - 12,80080 - 3,200
      Boosted ISO Range100 - 25,60080 - 6,400
      Photo Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      ProcessorVenus Engine
      Max Image Resolution5472 x 36485184 x 3888
      Other Resolutions5472 x 3080, 3648 x 3648, 3888 x 2592, 3712 x 2088, 2640 x 2640, 2976 x 1984, 2944 x 1656, 2000 x 2000, 1728 x 1152, 1920 x 1080, 1024 x 1024
      Image Aspect Ratios1:1, 3:2, 16:9
      Image File FormatJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsSuper fine, fine, normal
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalancePresets: Auto, Cloudy, Color Temperature, Daylight, Flash, Incandescent, Shade, White Set 1, White Set 2, White Set 3, White Set 4
      WB Bracketing
      Focus Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Autofocus ModesMulti-area
      Center
      Selective single-point
      Single
      Continuous
      Touch
      Face Detection
      Live View
      Lens ServoContinuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF, Touch AF & Shutter
      Number of Focus Points2149
      Number of Cross-type Focus Points0
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Lens MountSamsung NX-M
      Crop Factor2.7x
      Focal Length4.3 - 129 mm
      35mm Equivalent Focal Length Range24 - 720 mm
      Optical Zoom30x
      Maximum Aperturef/3.3 - 6.4
      Min Macro Focus Distance3 cm
      Image Stabilization
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Screen TypeTiltingTilting
      Screen TechnologyTFT-LCD (180 degree tilt)
      Touch Screen
      Selfie & Vlogger Friendly LCD Screen
      Screen Size3.0"3.0"
      Screen Resolution461k dot1,040k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      ViewfinderElectronic
      Viewfinder Coverage100%
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)0.46x
      Viewfinder Resolution1,166k dot
      Shutter Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Min Shutter Speed30 sec4 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/16000 sec1/2000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/16000 sec1/16000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting6.0 fps10.0 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferUp to 10 fps at 20.3 MP
      Up to 30 fps at 8 MP
      Flash Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesSmart Flash
      auto
      auto + redeye reduction
      fill-in
      fill-in + redeye reduction
      1st curtain
      2nd curtain
      Auto
      Auto/Red-Eye Reduction
      Forced On
      Forced On/Red-Eye Reduction
      Off
      Slow Sync
      Slow Sync/Red-Eye Reduction
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/200 sec
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash ConnectionProprietary
      Exposure Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Exposure Metering ModesMulti
      Center-weighted
      Spot
      Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual, Program, Shutter Priority
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)±4 (at 1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing ±3 EV
      Video Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Internal Recording ModesAVCHD/MP4
      UHD 4K (3840 x 2160) at 29.97 fps
      1920 x 1080p at 29.97/59.94 fps
      1920 x 1080i at 59.94 fps
      1280 x 720 at 29.97 fps
      640 x 480 at 240 fps
      Video FormatsMPEG-4, H.264MPEG-4, AVCHD
      Max Video Resolution1920 x 10803840 x 2160
      Unlimited Video Recording
      Terminals Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Audio I/ONo
      Power I/O1 x Micro-USB Input
      Other I/O1 x Micro-USB (USB 2.0) Data Output (Shared with Power Input)
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output
      SpeakerMonoMono
      Built-in MicrophoneMonoStereo
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi Version802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz
      Built-In Bluetooth
      NFC
      Mobile App Compatible *As of May, 2023: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control wired
      Environmental Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Environmental Sealing
      Physical Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Dimensions110 x 62 x 23 mm (4.33 x 2.44 x 0.91")112 x 67 x 41 mm (4.41 x 2.64 x 1.61")
      Weight (inc. batteries)196 g (0.43 lb / 6.91 oz)322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.693 x 5.276 x 2.677"5.3 x 5.05 x 2.65"
      Package Weight1.3 lb1.125 lb
      Power and Storage Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Battery PackB740
      Battery Life650 shots240 shots
      Internal Storage
      External StorageSingle Slot: MicroSD/SDHC/SDXCSingle Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
      Other Samsung NX mini Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70
      Self Timer 2-30 secYes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs)
      Orientation Sensor
      Sensor Cleaning/Dust Reduction System


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