Panasonic S5 vs Samsung GX-1S

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic S5 versus Samsung GX-1S, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and GX-1S (APS-C) posses different sensor size.

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The S5 was introduced 14 years after the GX-1S which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the S5 scores vs the GX-1S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Samsung GX-1S. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 comes with outside dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S5 versus Samsung GX-1S in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S5 and the GX-1S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S5 and GX-1S is 60 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The picture here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5 and GX-1S.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S5 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will deliver greater detail using its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher S5 should have an edge in sensor tech.