Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung NX10

Below is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FH5 and Samsung NX10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively comparable but the FH5 (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The FH5 was launched 10 months later than the NX10 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FH5 matches up versus the NX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Samsung NX10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH5 has got external dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX10 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH5 and Samsung NX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH5 and the NX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH5 and NX10 is 96 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH5 and NX10.

All in all, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FH5 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic FH5 will show more detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent FH5 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.