Canon R3 vs Samsung NX5

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon R3 vs Samsung NX5, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and NX5 (15MP) and the R3 (Full frame) and NX5 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The R3 was introduced 11 years later than the NX5 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the R3 scores against the NX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R3 & Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R3 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon R3 features outer measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") and a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the R3 versus the NX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the R3 and NX5 is 52 and 80 respectively.

Often, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R3 and NX5.

To sum up, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The R3 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon R3 will offer you more detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer R3 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.