Panasonic GH2 vs Samsung NX5

Below is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic GH2 vs Samsung NX5, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very comparable but the GH2 (Four Thirds) and NX5 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The GH2 was released 10 months later than the NX5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GH2 matches up vs the NX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and Samsung NX5. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GH2 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GH2 has outside dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has specifications of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the GH2 compared to the NX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GH2 and NX5 is 70 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GH2 and NX5.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GH2 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GH2 will provide more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern GH2 provides an edge in sensor technology.