Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung NX20
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Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung NX20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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
- Announced January 2023
- Previous Model is Panasonic S5
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Launched April 2012
- Earlier Model is Samsung NX11
- Replacement is Samsung NX30

Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung NX20 Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic S5 II X versus Samsung NX20, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the S5 II X (24MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is relatively comparable but the S5 II X (Full frame) and NX20 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizing.

The S5 II X was brought out 10 years later than the NX20 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S5 II X grades versus the NX20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung NX20 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X and Samsung NX20. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 II X Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S5 II X over the Samsung NX20
S5 II X | NX20 | |||
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Launched | January 2023 | ![]() | April 2012 | More recent by 131 months |
Screen resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper screen (+1226k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Panasonic S5 II X
NX20 | S5 II X |
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Common features in the Panasonic S5 II X and Samsung NX20
S5 II X | NX20 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen dimension | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 II X offers exterior dimensions of 134mm x 102mm x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX20 has dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic S5 II X versus Samsung NX20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S5 II X versus the NX20.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S5 II X and NX20 is 59 and 83 respectively.

Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5 II X and NX20.
As you have seen, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S5 II X featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Panasonic S5 II X will produce greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S5 II X is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung NX20 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic S5 II X vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Samsung NX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 Mark II X | Samsung NX20 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2023-01-04 | 2012-04-20 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 779 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Samsung NX |
Amount of lenses | 65 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.00" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,840 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | 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 | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 5952 x 3968 @ 30p/24p | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 5952x3968 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 740 grams (1.63 pounds) | 341 grams (0.75 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 102 x 90mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 3.5") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 photographs | 360 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DMW-BLJ31 | BP1130 |
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 |
Pricing at launch | $2,199 | $1,100 |