Panasonic S5 vs Samsung NX300

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic S5 versus Samsung NX300, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S5 (24MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the S5 (Full frame) and NX300 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The S5 was unveiled 6 years after the NX300 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S5 grades versus the NX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Samsung NX300. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic S5 features outside 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 NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S5 versus Samsung NX300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S5 versus the NX300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and NX300 is 60 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S5 and NX300.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S5 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S5 will show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher S5 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.