Samsung GX-20 vs Samsung NX5

Let's take a deeper look at the Samsung GX-20 and Samsung NX5, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are designed by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GX-20 (15MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GX-20 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the NX5 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the GX-20 scores vs the NX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-20 & Samsung NX5. The full galleries are available at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-20 enjoys external dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung GX-20 and Samsung NX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the GX-20 against the NX5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GX-20 and NX5 is 58 and 80 respectively.

Usually, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The visual here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-20 and NX5.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photos although you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The older GX-20 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.