Panasonic S5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

In this article, we will be looking at the Panasonic S5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and Galaxy Camera 2 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

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The S5 was released 6 years after the Galaxy Camera 2 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S5 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic S5 offers exterior dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the S5 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 60 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The image below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 and Galaxy Camera 2.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S5 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S5 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent S5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.