Panasonic GF5 vs Samsung NX1100

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GF5 and Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the GF5 (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the GF5 (Four Thirds) and NX1100 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF5 was manufactured 12 months before the NX1100 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the GF5 scores vs the NX1100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 and Samsung NX1100. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF5 Gallery and Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF5 features physical 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) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GF5 and Samsung NX1100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the GF5 compared to the NX1100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF5 and NX1100 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF5 and NX1100.

To sum up, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GF5 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1100 will provide more detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged GF5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.