Canon R100 vs Samsung NX5
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Canon R100 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 356g - 116 x 86 x 69mm
- Launched May 2023
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Launched June 2010

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX5 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Canon R100 and Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the R100 (24MP) and NX5 (15MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

The R100 was released 13 years later than the NX5 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the R100 grades vs the NX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R100 & Samsung NX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon R100 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R100 over the Samsung NX5
R100 | NX5 | |||
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Launched | May 2023 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 158 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Canon R100
NX5 | R100 |
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Common features in the Canon R100 and Samsung NX5
R100 | NX5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Canon R100 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon R100 features physical dimensions of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
See the Canon R100 and Samsung NX5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the R100 vs the NX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R100 and NX5 is 76 and 80 respectively.

Canon R100 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The visual below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the R100 and NX5.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Canon R100 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger R100 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Canon R100 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
Canon EOS R100 | Samsung NX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS R100 | Samsung NX5 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2023-05-24 | 2010-06-01 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 3975 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon RF | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 39 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.00 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | - | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.5 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6m at ISO 100 | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 356 gr (0.78 lb) | 499 gr (1.10 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 86 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 400 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $479 | $499 |