Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20
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![Canon EOS R5 front Canon EOS R5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-R5/Canon-R5-front.jpg)
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Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 45MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 8192 x 4320 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 738g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Introduced July 2020
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Launched April 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX11
- Later Model is Samsung NX30
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Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the R5 (45MP) and NX20 (20MP) and the R5 (Full frame) and NX20 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.
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The R5 was released 8 years later than the NX20 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the R5 grades versus the NX20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R5 & Samsung NX20. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon R5 Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R5 over the Samsung NX20
R5 | NX20 | |||
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Launched | July 2020 | ![]() | April 2012 | More recent by 101 months |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 614k | Sharper screen (+1486k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Canon R5
NX20 | R5 |
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Common features in the Canon R5 and Samsung NX20
R5 | NX20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies |
Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon R5 features exterior measurements 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 NX20 has dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).
Contrast the Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the R5 compared to the NX20.
![Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 size comparison Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R5-vs-Samsung-NX20-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R5 and NX20 is 59 and 83 respectively.
![Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 top view buttons comparison Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R5-vs-Samsung-NX20-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R5 and NX20.
As you can tell, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The R5 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon R5 will give you more detail as a result of its extra 25MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern R5 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 sensor size comparison Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-R5-vs-Samsung-NX20-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R5-vs-Samsung-NX20-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon R5 vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
Canon EOS R5 | Samsung NX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon EOS R5 | Samsung NX20 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2020-07-09 | 2012-04-20 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 45 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 8192 x 5464 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 1053 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 17 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 8192x4320 (30p/24/23.98p) 7680x4320 (30p/23.98p) |4096x2160 (120p/60p/30p/24p/23.98p) |3840x2160 (120p/60p/30p/23.98p) |1920x1080 (60p/30p/23.98p) | 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) |
Max video resolution | 8192x4320 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 738 gr (1.63 lbs) | 341 gr (0.75 lbs) |
Dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 320 images | 360 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6NH | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | CFexpress and SD (UHS-II) slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Cost at release | $3,899 | $1,100 |