Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung NX5

On this page, we will be looking at the Samsung GX-1S vs Samsung NX5, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and NX5 (15MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GX-1S was unveiled 5 years prior to the NX5 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the GX-1S grades versus the NX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-1S & Samsung NX5. The full galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1S Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung GX-1S has got physical dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GX-1S vs the NX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and NX5 is 68 and 80 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1S and NX5.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung NX5 to offer you more detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.