Panasonic G5 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

Let's look closer at the Panasonic G5 vs Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the Galaxy NX (20MP) is relatively well matched but the G5 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The G5 was revealed 11 months before the Galaxy NX and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G5 scores vs the Galaxy NX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G5 comes with physical dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has measurements of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") and a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G5 vs Samsung Galaxy NX in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G5 compared to the Galaxy NX.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G5 and Galaxy NX is 74 and 82 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 and Galaxy NX.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G5 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung Galaxy NX will give you more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged G5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.