Canon R5 vs Samsung NX5

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon R5 and Samsung NX5, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the R5 (45MP) and NX5 (15MP) and the R5 (Full frame) and NX5 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The R5 was launched 10 years after the NX5 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the R5 grades vs the NX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R5 and Samsung NX5. The complete galleries are available at Canon R5 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon R5 provides outer 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 NX5 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon R5 and Samsung NX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the R5 compared to the NX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the R5 and NX5 is 59 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the R5 and NX5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The R5 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon R5 will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 30 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern R5 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.