Panasonic G5 vs Samsung NX500

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic G5 versus Samsung NX500, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the G5 (16MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the G5 (Four Thirds) and NX500 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The G5 was manufactured 3 years prior to the NX500 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX500 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the G5 scores vs the NX500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 & Samsung NX500. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G5 Gallery & Samsung NX500 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic G5 provides exterior dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) while the Samsung NX500 has sizing of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G5 versus Samsung NX500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the G5 versus the NX500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G5 and NX500 is 74 and 87 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The image below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 and NX500.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G5 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX500 will result in extra detail due to its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged G5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.