Panasonic GF5 vs Samsung Galaxy NX

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GF5 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the GF5 (12MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the GF5 (Four Thirds) and Galaxy NX (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF5 was brought out 14 months earlier than the Galaxy NX which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GF5 grades vs the Galaxy NX in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF5 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF5 features outer measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy NX has proportions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the GF5 versus the Galaxy NX.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GF5 and Galaxy NX is 89 and 82 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out technical specs. The image below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GF5 and Galaxy NX.

As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF5 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Samsung Galaxy NX will produce extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged GF5 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.