Panasonic G5 vs Samsung NX11

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic G5 and Samsung NX11, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the G5 (Four Thirds) and NX11 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The G5 was revealed 19 months later than the NX11 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G5 grades against the NX11 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 & Samsung NX11. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G5 Gallery & Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic G5 comes with external measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G5 and Samsung NX11 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the G5 versus the NX11.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G5 and NX11 is 74 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G5 and NX11.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G5 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic G5 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern G5 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.