Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung NX30

Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung NX30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the ZS5 (12MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the ZS5 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS5 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the NX30 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the ZS5 grades versus the NX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 and Samsung NX30. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS5 Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS5 has got physical dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Samsung NX30 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS5 vs Samsung NX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the ZS5 compared to the NX30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS5 and NX30 is 92 and 75 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS5 and NX30.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The ZS5 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Samsung NX30 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged ZS5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.