Panasonic FH2 vs Samsung NX5

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic FH2 and Samsung NX5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FH2 (14MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is pretty similar but the FH2 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The FH2 was launched 8 months later than the NX5 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FH2 scores vs the NX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 & Samsung NX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH2 comes with exterior measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH2 and Samsung NX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH2 versus the NX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH2 and NX5 is 96 and 80 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and NX5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FH2 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX5 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more modern FH2 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.