Panasonic S5 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Here is a extended overview of the Panasonic S5 vs Samsung Galaxy NX, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S5 (24MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is relatively well matched but the S5 (Full frame) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The S5 was unveiled 7 years later than the Galaxy NX and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the S5 scores vs the Galaxy NX when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S5 comes with physical dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has proportions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S5 vs the Galaxy NX.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and Galaxy NX is 60 and 82 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The graphic below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 and Galaxy NX.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S5 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will give greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer S5 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.