Panasonic GF5 vs Samsung NX200

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic GF5 vs Samsung NX200, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the GF5 (12MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the GF5 (Four Thirds) and NX200 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The GF5 was announced 2 months after the NX200 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the GF5 matches up versus the NX200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 & Samsung NX200. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF5 Gallery & Samsung NX200 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF5 comes with external dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Samsung NX200 has sizing of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

See the Panasonic GF5 vs Samsung NX200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the GF5 vs the NX200.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF5 and NX200 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF5 and NX200.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF5 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX200 will deliver greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively.