Canon T6s vs Samsung NX5

Below is a detailed comparison of the Canon T6s and Samsung NX5, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the T6s (24MP) and NX5 (15MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The T6s was brought out 4 years later than the NX5 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon T6s being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the T6s matches up vs the NX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS Rebel T6s and Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are available at Canon T6s Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon T6s offers physical measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Canon T6s and Samsung NX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the T6s versus the NX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the T6s and NX5 is 66 and 80 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the T6s and NX5.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon T6s to resolve extra detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher T6s provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.