Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung NX30

In this article, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FH5 and Samsung NX30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is relatively close but the FH5 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The FH5 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the NX30 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FH5 matches up versus the NX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Samsung NX30. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH5 provides outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Samsung NX30 has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH5 and Samsung NX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FH5 vs the NX30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FH5 and NX30 is 96 and 75 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and NX30.

To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FH5 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX30 will result in greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older FH5 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.