Samsung GX-10 vs Samsung NX5

In this article, we are looking at the Samsung GX-10 and Samsung NX5, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are created by Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and NX5 (15MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The GX-10 was brought out 4 years prior to the NX5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the GX-10 scores vs the NX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung GX-10 and Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are available at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-10 comes with exterior dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung GX-10 and Samsung NX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the GX-10 compared to the NX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and NX5 is 59 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-10 and NX5.

All in all, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung NX5 to produce extra detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older GX-10 will be behind in sensor tech.