Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 5952 x 3968 video
- Leica L Mount
- 740g - 134 x 102 x 90mm
- Revealed January 2023
- Earlier Model is Panasonic S5
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Revealed June 2013

Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic S5 II X and Samsung Galaxy NX, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the S5 II X (24MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is fairly comparable but the S5 II X (Full frame) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

The S5 II X was brought out 9 years later than the Galaxy NX and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the S5 II X grades vs the Galaxy NX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X & Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 II X Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Samsung Galaxy NX
S5 II X | Galaxy NX | |||
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Revealed | January 2023 | ![]() | June 2013 | Fresher by 117 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer display (+918k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Panasonic S5 II X
Galaxy NX | S5 II X | |||
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Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3.00" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Common features in the Panasonic S5 II X and Samsung Galaxy NX
S5 II X | Galaxy NX | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S5 II X offers external dimensions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has proportions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic S5 II X and Samsung Galaxy NX in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S5 II X and the Galaxy NX.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S5 II X and Galaxy NX is 59 and 82 respectively.

Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 II X and Galaxy NX.
All in all, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S5 II X because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic S5 II X will provide extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer S5 II X will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2023-01-04 | 2013-06-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 779 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 65 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.00 inch | 4.8 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,840 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/250 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 5952x3968 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 740g (1.63 lbs) | 495g (1.09 lbs) |
Dimensions | 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | 440 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DMW-BLJ31 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD Memory Card, SDHC Memory Card, SDXC Memory Card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Launch price | $2,199 | $1,300 |