Panasonic FZ1000 II vs Samsung NX5

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FZ1000 II versus Samsung NX5, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the FZ1000 II (20MP) and NX5 (15MP) and the FZ1000 II (1") and NX5 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ1000 II was brought out 8 years after the NX5 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ1000 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FZ1000 II matches up versus the NX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-FZ1000 II and Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ1000 II Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ1000 II has got exterior measurements of 136mm x 97mm x 132mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 5.2") along with a weight of 808 grams (1.78 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ1000 II versus the NX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ1000 II and NX5 is 55 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ1000 II and NX5.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FZ1000 II featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic FZ1000 II will resolve greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher FZ1000 II will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.