Canon G5 X vs Samsung NX20

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon G5 X and Samsung NX20, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the G5 X (20MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the G5 X (1") and NX20 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The G5 X was released 3 years after the NX20 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G5 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the G5 X scores vs the NX20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G5 X & Samsung NX20. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon G5 X Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon G5 X features physical measurements of 112mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Samsung NX20 has proportions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Look at the Canon G5 X and Samsung NX20 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G5 X compared to the NX20.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G5 X and NX20 is 85 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 X and NX20.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The G5 X contains the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging. The newer G5 X provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.