Panasonic F5 vs Samsung NX30

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic F5 and Samsung NX30, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the F5 (14MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the F5 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The F5 was revealed 12 months earlier than the NX30 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic F5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the F5 scores versus the NX30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Samsung NX30. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic F5 has got outer measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung NX30 has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic F5 and Samsung NX30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the F5 and the NX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the F5 and NX30 is 96 and 75 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the F5 and NX30.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The F5 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX30 will provide greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged F5 will be behind in sensor innovation.