Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung NX300M

Lets look closer at the Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung NX300M, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is relatively similar but the FH5 (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The FH5 was manufactured 24 months before the NX300M which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FH5 scores vs the NX300M in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH5 comes with physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the FH5 compared to the NX300M.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH5 and NX300M is 96 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and NX300M.

Plainly, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FH5 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX300M will offer greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged FH5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.