Panasonic G85 vs Samsung NX5
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Panasonic G85 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600 (Boost to 25600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 505g - 128 x 89 x 74mm
- Launched September 2016
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-G80
- Refreshed by Panasonic G95
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Introduced June 2010
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Here is a thorough review of the Panasonic G85 and Samsung NX5, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the G85 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very comparable but the G85 (Four Thirds) and NX5 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe G85 was announced 6 years later than the NX5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G85 grades versus the NX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G85 over the Samsung NX5
| G85 | NX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2016 |  | June 2010 | Fresher by 77 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Panasonic G85
| NX5 | G85 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic G85 and Samsung NX5
| G85 | NX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Panasonic G85 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic G85 features external dimensions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 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).
Analyze the Panasonic G85 and Samsung NX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G85 and the NX5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G85 and NX5 is 69 and 80 respectively.
Panasonic G85 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The photograph below should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G85 and NX5.
To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G85 having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic G85 will produce more detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern G85 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Panasonic G85 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 | Samsung NX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 | Samsung NX5 |
| Also called as | Lumix DMC-G80 | - |
| Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Launched | 2016-09-19 | 2010-06-01 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | DRIM Engine |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
| Number of lenses | 107 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.57x |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.20 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 505 gr (1.11 pounds) | 499 gr (1.10 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 128 x 89 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 71 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 656 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 shots | 400 shots |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs x 3 shots) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $900 | $499 |