Panasonic G5 vs Samsung NX20

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic G5 and Samsung NX20, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is pretty comparable but the G5 (Four Thirds) and NX20 (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

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The G5 was announced 3 months after the NX20 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the G5 grades vs the NX20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 & Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G5 Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G5 provides external measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX20 has proportions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G5 and Samsung NX20 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G5 compared to the NX20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G5 and NX20 is 74 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 and NX20.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G5 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX20 will show extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively.