Samsung NX1000 vs Samsung NX5

The following is a extensive review of the Samsung NX1000 versus Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are produced by Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and NX5 (15MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NX1000 was unveiled 23 months after the NX5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the NX1000 scores against the NX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1000 & Samsung NX5. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX1000 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung NX1000 enjoys external dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the NX1000 against the NX5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the NX1000 and NX5 is 90 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1000 and NX5.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung NX1000 to give you extra detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent NX1000 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.