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Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10

Portability
62
Imaging
50
Features
82
Overall
62
Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S front
 
Samsung NX10 front
Portability
80
Imaging
55
Features
50
Overall
53

Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10 Key Specs

Panasonic GH5S
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 160 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 660g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
  • Revealed January 2018
Samsung NX10
(Full Review)
  • 15MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
  • Announced April 2010
  • Later Model is Samsung NX11
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Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10 Overview

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the GH5S (10MP) and NX10 (15MP) and the GH5S (Four Thirds) and NX10 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The GH5S was unveiled 7 years later than the NX10 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GH5S grades against the NX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5S over the Samsung NX10

 GH5S NX10 
AnnouncedJanuary 2018April 2010Fresher by 95 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimensions3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution1620k614kCrisper display (+1006k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung NX10 over the Panasonic GH5S

 NX10 GH5S 

Common features in the Panasonic GH5S and Samsung NX10

 GH5S NX10 
Manual focus Very precise focus

Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GH5S has physical measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) and the Samsung NX10 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).

Examine the Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the GH5S vs the NX10.

Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GH5S and NX10 is 62 and 80 respectively.

Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The visual below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GH5S and NX10.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH5S using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX10 will show greater detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The fresher GH5S provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10 sensor size comparison

Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic GH5S Portrait photography factors
Samsung NX10 Portrait photography factors
62
has manual focus
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
includes face detection focusing
saves RAW files
sensor resolution low (10MP)
73
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (15 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes face detect focus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Panasonic GH5S Street photography factors
Samsung NX10 Street photography factors
68
screen articulates fully
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
includes touch to focus
weather proofing
very good high ISO (51,200)
does not have image stabilization
60
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
heavier than average in class (499 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic GH5S as a Sports photography camera
Samsung NX10 as a Sports photography camera
56
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/16,000 seconds)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proofing
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
does not have phase detect AF
52
decent sensor resolution (15MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
good battery power (400 shots)
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic GH5S Travel photography factors
Samsung NX10 Travel photography factors
61
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
includes touch to focus
selfie friendly screen
doesn't have Timelapse recording
sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
63
good battery power (400 CIPA)
decent sensor resolution (15MP)
has built in flash
no Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (499g)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic GH5S
Landscape photography with Samsung NX10
63
has manual focus
swap lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inches)
sensor size is good (Four Thirds)
does not have anti aliasing filter
very good high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW files
weather proofing
has double storage slots
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (10MP)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
68
has manual focus
change lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen size is decent (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (15MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
good battery power (400 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic GH5S as a Vlogging camera
Samsung NX10 as a Vlogging camera
68
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen enabled
includes face detection focusing
video resolution high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone port
does not have image stabilization
24
includes face detect focus
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic port
heavier than average in class (499g)
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Panasonic GH5S vs Samsung NX10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic GH5S and Samsung NX10
 Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5SSamsung NX10
General Information
Brand Panasonic Samsung
Model type Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S Samsung NX10
Type Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2018-01-08 2010-04-07
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine 10 DRIM Engine
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds APS-C
Sensor dimensions 17.3 x 13mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 224.9mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 15 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3680 x 2760 4592 x 3056
Max native ISO 51200 3200
Max boosted ISO 204800 -
Min native ISO 160 100
RAW format
Min boosted ISO 80 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 225 15
Lens
Lens mount type Micro Four Thirds Samsung NX
Total lenses 107 32
Crop factor 2.1 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3.2" 3"
Resolution of screen 1,620 thousand dot 614 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,680 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.57x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/4000 secs
Highest silent shutter speed 1/16000 secs -
Continuous shooting speed 12.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 11.00 m
Flash modes Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 4096x2160 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.1 USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 660g (1.46 lb) 499g (1.10 lb)
Physical dimensions 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 63
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.8
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.8
DXO Low light rating not tested 572
Other
Battery life 440 shots 400 shots
Battery form Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID DMW-BLF19 BP1130
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/3 images) Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage media Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II V60 cards supported) SD/SDHC
Storage slots 2 1
Launch price $2,498 $626