Panasonic G5 vs Samsung NX5

Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic G5 vs Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very similar but the G5 (Four Thirds) and NX5 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The G5 was introduced 2 years later than the NX5 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G5 matches up against the NX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G5 offers 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 NX5 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the G5 and the NX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G5 and NX5 is 74 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 and NX5.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G5 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic G5 will offer more detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger G5 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.