Panasonic GF6 vs Samsung NX5

Below is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic GF6 and Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is relatively close but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and NX5 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The GF6 was released 2 years later than the NX5 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the GF6 matches up vs the NX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 & Samsung NX5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GF6 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF6 offers exterior measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF6 and Samsung NX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the GF6 compared to the NX5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GF6 and NX5 is 87 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GF6 and NX5.

Plainly, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GF6 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic GF6 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern GF6 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.