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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX5

Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
 
Samsung NX5 front
Portability
80
Imaging
55
Features
50
Overall
53

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Announced August 2012
Samsung NX5
(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
  • Released June 2010
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX5 Overview

In this article, we are looking at the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung NX5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are designed by Samsung. The image resolution of the Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is fairly comparable but the Galaxy Camera 4G (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The Galaxy Camera 4G was introduced 2 years later than the NX5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Galaxy Camera 4G grades against the NX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Samsung NX5

 Galaxy Camera 4G NX5 
ReleasedAugust 2012June 2010Fresher by 28 months
Display sizing4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 NX5 Galaxy Camera 4G 
Manual focus More accurate focus
Display resolution230k0kClearer display (+230k dot)

Common features in the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung NX5

 Galaxy Camera 4G NX5 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G provides external measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Galaxy Camera 4G compared to the NX5.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX5 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy Camera 4G and NX5 is 90 and 80 respectively.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX5 top view buttons comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Galaxy Camera 4G and NX5.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Galaxy Camera 4G using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G will show extra detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern Galaxy Camera 4G provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX5 sensor size comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX5 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Portrait photography with Samsung NX5
30
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
73
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (15 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection focusing
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Street photography features
Samsung NX5 Street photography features
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (305g)
no articulating screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
60
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (499 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sports photography factors
Samsung NX5 Sports photography factors
44
great zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no shutter priority
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
52
decent sensor resolution (15MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
great battery (400 per charge)
slow fps (3.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Travel photography features
Samsung NX5 Travel photography features
72
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
rather wide (23mm)
very long reach (481mm)
fast max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
63
great battery (400 shots)
decent sensor resolution (15MP)
flash built-in
missing Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (499 grams)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Landscape photography details
Samsung NX5 Landscape photography details
47
rather wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
lovely big screen (4.8 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
no manual exposure
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
does not have Time Lapse recording
68
you can focus manually
change lenses (Samsung NX mount)
nice screen size (3")
decent sensor resolution (15 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
great battery (400 shots)
does not have image stabilization
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Vlogging camera
Samsung NX5 as a Vlogging camera
36
rather wide (23mm)
fast max aperture (f)
touch screen
image stabilization (Optical)
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
does not have external mic socket
24
includes face detection focusing
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone port
more heavy than competition in class (499g)
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Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G vs Samsung NX5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G and Samsung NX5
 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4GSamsung NX5
General Information
Company Samsung Samsung
Model Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Samsung NX5
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2012-08-29 2010-06-01
Body design Compact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip 1.4GHz Quad-Core DRIM Engine
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.4 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 365.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 15 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio - 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution - 4592 x 3056
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 15
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Samsung NX
Lens focal range 23-481mm (20.9x) -
Amount of lenses - 32
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 4.8 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 0k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.57x
Features
Slowest shutter speed - 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed - 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 11.00 m
Flash options no built-in flash Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS BuiltIn Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 305g (0.67 lb) 499g (1.10 lb)
Dimensions 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 400 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - BP1130
Self timer - Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC SD/SDHC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $550 $499