Panasonic S5 vs Samsung NX300M

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic S5 and Samsung NX300M, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S5 (24MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is very well matched but the S5 (Full frame) and NX300M (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The S5 was released 7 years after the NX300M which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S5 grades versus the NX300M in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S5 provides outer measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) and the Samsung NX300M 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).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the S5 versus the NX300M.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S5 and NX300M is 60 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The pic below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 and NX300M.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S5 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic S5 will give extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The newer S5 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.