Panasonic S5 vs Samsung NX1100

Below is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic S5 vs Samsung NX1100, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the S5 (24MP) and the NX1100 (20MP) is fairly similar but the S5 (Full frame) and NX1100 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The S5 was unveiled 7 years later than the NX1100 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the S5 scores vs the NX1100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S5 offers exterior 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) and the Samsung NX1100 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S5 compared to the NX1100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and NX1100 is 60 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5 and NX1100.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S5 using its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S5 will offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher S5 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.