Canon R5 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Here, we will be looking at the Canon R5 and Samsung Galaxy NX, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the R5 (45MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the R5 (Full frame) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The R5 was manufactured 7 years after the Galaxy NX which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the R5 matches up vs the Galaxy NX for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R5 & Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are available at Canon R5 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon R5 offers exterior dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") and a weight of 738 grams (1.63 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy NX has specifications of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon R5 and Samsung Galaxy NX in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the R5 against the Galaxy NX.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R5 and Galaxy NX is 59 and 82 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R5 and Galaxy NX.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The R5 because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon R5 will deliver more detail due to its extra 25MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern R5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.