Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX5

Let's look closer at the Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very well matched but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and NX5 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF8 was unveiled 5 years later than the NX5 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GF8 scores versus the NX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 and Samsung NX5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF8 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GF8 offers exterior measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF8 vs Samsung NX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the GF8 against the NX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF8 and NX5 is 90 and 80 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The visual below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF8 and NX5.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GF8 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic GF8 will give more detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The newer GF8 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.