Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung NX5

The following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung NX5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the 3D1 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The 3D1 was revealed 18 months after the NX5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the 3D1 grades versus the NX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Samsung NX5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic 3D1 features outer measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic 3D1 vs Samsung NX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 3D1 against the NX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and NX5 is 93 and 80 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The pic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 3D1 and NX5.

Plainly, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 3D1 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Samsung NX5 will show more detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger 3D1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.