Panasonic S5 vs Samsung NX210

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic S5 and Samsung NX210, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the S5 (24MP) and the NX210 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the S5 (Full frame) and NX210 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The S5 was released 8 years after the NX210 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S5 matches up against the NX210 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Samsung NX210. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic S5 features physical dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has sizing of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S5 compared to the NX210.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and NX210 is 60 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The picture below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5 and NX210.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S5 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern S5 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.