Panasonic G5 vs Samsung NX10

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic G5 versus Samsung NX10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the G5 (Four Thirds) and NX10 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The G5 was launched 2 years after the NX10 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the G5 grades versus the NX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Samsung NX10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic G5 has got outer measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and 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).

Contrast the Panasonic G5 versus Samsung NX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the G5 and the NX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G5 and NX10 is 74 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 and NX10.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G5 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic G5 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern G5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.