Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-20

Here, we will be matching up the Canon 5D vs Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the 5D (13MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is relatively close but the 5D (Full frame) and GX-20 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The 5D was announced 3 years earlier than the GX-20 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the 5D grades vs the GX-20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 5D & Samsung GX-20. The whole galleries are available at Canon 5D Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D features outer measurements of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Samsung GX-20 has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the 5D compared to the GX-20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5D and GX-20 is 55 and 58 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The visual here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 5D and GX-20.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 5D having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Samsung GX-20 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older 5D will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.