Canon M5 vs Samsung NX20
77 Imaging
67 Features
84 Overall
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Canon M5 vs Samsung NX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 427g - 116 x 89 x 61mm
- Released September 2016
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Released April 2012
- Old Model is Samsung NX11
- Updated by Samsung NX30
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Below, we will be evaluating the Canon M5 and Samsung NX20, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the M5 (24MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe M5 was introduced 4 years after the NX20 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the M5 scores against the NX20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon M5 over the Samsung NX20
| M5 | NX20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2016 |  | April 2012 | More modern by 54 months |
| Screen dimension | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 1620k |  | 614k | Sharper screen (+1006k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Canon M5
| NX20 | M5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Canon M5 and Samsung NX20
| M5 | NX20 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Both good for selfies |
Canon M5 vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon M5 enjoys outside dimensions of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Samsung NX20 has proportions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the M5 versus the NX20.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M5 and NX20 is 77 and 83 respectively.
Canon M5 vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M5 and NX20.
To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon M5 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger M5 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon M5 vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
| Canon EOS M5 | Samsung NX20 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
| Model type | Canon EOS M5 | Samsung NX20 |
| Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
| Released | 2016-09-15 | 2012-04-20 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 7 | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX |
| Available lenses | 23 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 1,620k dots | 614k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| 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/s | 8.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | MP4, H.264, AAC | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 427g (0.94 lbs) | 341g (0.75 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 116 x 89 x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 77 | 75 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | 23.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | 12.9 |
| DXO Low light rating | 1262 | 785 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 295 shots | 360 shots |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom, remote) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $680 | $1,100 |