Panasonic GF5 vs Samsung NX10

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic GF5 versus Samsung NX10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the GF5 (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively similar but the GF5 (Four Thirds) and NX10 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The GF5 was brought out 2 years later than the NX10 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the GF5 scores vs the NX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 and Samsung NX10. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF5 Gallery and Samsung NX10 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Samsung NX10 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GF5 versus Samsung NX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the GF5 compared to the NX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF5 and NX10 is 89 and 80 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF5 and NX10.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF5 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX10 will offer greater detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger GF5 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.