Canon M5 vs Samsung NX1
77 Imaging
66 Features
84 Overall
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66 Imaging
67 Features
90 Overall
76
Canon M5 vs Samsung NX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 427g - 116 x 89 x 61mm
- Revealed September 2016
(Full Review)
- 28MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 550g - 139 x 102 x 66mm
- Released September 2014

Canon M5 vs Samsung NX1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon M5 versus Samsung NX1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the M5 (24MP) and the NX1 (28MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

The M5 was revealed 2 years after the NX1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the M5 grades versus the NX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon M5 vs Samsung NX1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M5 & Samsung NX1. The full galleries are available at Canon M5 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M5 over the Samsung NX1
M5 | NX1 | |||
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Released | September 2016 | ![]() | September 2014 | More modern by 25 months |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 1036k | Sharper screen (+584k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1 over the Canon M5
NX1 | M5 |
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Common features in the Canon M5 and Samsung NX1
M5 | NX1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon M5 vs Samsung NX1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Canon M5 offers exterior measurements of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung NX1 has proportions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Compare the Canon M5 versus Samsung NX1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the M5 vs the NX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M5 and NX1 is 77 and 66 respectively.

Canon M5 vs Samsung NX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M5 and NX1.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung NX1 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer M5 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Canon M5 vs Samsung NX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M5 vs Samsung NX1 Specifications
Canon EOS M5 | Samsung NX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon EOS M5 | Samsung NX1 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-09-15 | 2014-09-15 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 7 | DRIMe 5 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 28MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6480 x 4320 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 209 |
Cross type focus points | - | 153 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 23 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,620 thousand dots | 1,036 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,360 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 15.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m (ISO 100) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 4096 x 2160 (24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MP4, H.264, AAC | H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 427g (0.94 lbs) | 550g (1.21 lbs) |
Dimensions | 116 x 89 x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") | 139 x 102 x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 77 | 83 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | 1262 | 1363 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 pictures | 500 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1900 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom, remote) | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/II) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $680 | $1,500 |