Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11
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Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 725g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Launched January 2017
- Old Model is Panasonic GH4
- Replacement is Panasonic GH5 II
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Announced December 2010
- Older Model is Samsung NX10
- Newer Model is Samsung NX20
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Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic GH5 and Samsung NX11, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the GH5 (20MP) and NX11 (15MP) and the GH5 (Four Thirds) and NX11 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.
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The GH5 was brought out 6 years later than the NX11 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GH5 scores against the NX11 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 & Samsung NX11. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GH5 Gallery & Samsung NX11 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5 over the Samsung NX11
GH5 | NX11 | |||
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Announced | January 2017 | ![]() | December 2010 | Fresher by 74 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 614k | Clearer display (+1006k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX11 over the Panasonic GH5
NX11 | GH5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GH5 and Samsung NX11
GH5 | NX11 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH5 enjoys outside measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic GH5 and Samsung NX11 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GH5 and the NX11.
![Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 size comparison Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GH5-vs-Samsung-NX11-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GH5 and NX11 is 59 and 80 respectively.
![Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 top view buttons comparison Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GH5-vs-Samsung-NX11-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GH5 and NX11.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH5 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic GH5 will show more detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent GH5 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.
![Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 sensor size comparison Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GH5-vs-Samsung-NX11-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GH5-vs-Samsung-NX11-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic GH5 vs Samsung NX11 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 | Samsung NX11 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 | Samsung NX11 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-01-04 | 2010-12-28 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Samsung NX |
Number of lenses | 107 | 32 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,620k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Redeye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On w/Redeye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Redeye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 725 gr (1.60 pounds) | 499 gr (1.10 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 77 | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.9 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.0 | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | 807 | 553 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 400 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs; 10 secs w/3 shots) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Cost at launch | $1,298 | $626 |