Panasonic FH5 vs Samsung NX5

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FH5 versus Samsung NX5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the FH5 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The FH5 was launched 8 months later than the NX5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the FH5 scores versus the NX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 & Samsung NX5. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH5 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH5 offers outside 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 NX5 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH5 versus Samsung NX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FH5 and the NX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH5 and NX5 is 96 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH5 and NX5.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FH5 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic FH5 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent FH5 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.