• APS-C 369.0mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 10.2 megapixels
  • ISO 160 - 51,200

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Differences

Samsung NX2000 advantages over Panasonic GH5S

  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Thinner
    35 mm vs 87 mm
    Thinner
  • Lighter weight
    228g vs 660g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    20.3 vs 10.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos

Panasonic GH5S advantages over Samsung NX2000

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Lens selection
    Excellent vs Limited
    Better lens selection gives you more options
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (DCI) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 440 vs 340 shots
    Capture more photos
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Newer
    7 years vs 11 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    11.7 fps vs 8.0 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera

User reviews

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Review Excerpt

  • Excellent video quality; Very good high ISO performance; Cinema 4K & UHD video up to 60p; Full HD up to 240p; 10-bit internal video recording; Tons of features & options for advanced/pro videographers.

  • 10MP resolution is limiting for still photos; No in-body image stabilization; Slower AF than GH5; Buffer clearing could be faster; No 6K Photo features due to sensor resolution.

The Competition

Compared to Samsung NX210

Samsung NX2000
Samsung NX210
  • $680
  • APS-C
  • Touchscreen
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $408
  • APS-C
  • External Mic Jack
  • Wider angle kit lens
Panasonic GH5S
Samsung NX210
  • $1998
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $408
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compared to Samsung NX3300

Samsung NX2000
Samsung NX3300
  • $680
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Touchscreen
  • $691
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen
Panasonic GH5S
Samsung NX3300
  • $1998
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $691
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • In-camera panoramas

Compared to Canon EOS M10

Samsung NX2000
Canon EOS M10
  • $680
  • APS-C
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Tiltable Screen
  • On-sensor phase detect
Panasonic GH5S
Canon EOS M10
  • $1998
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Focus peaking
  • $800
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compared to Panasonic GH5

Samsung NX2000
Panasonic GH5
  • $680
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Lens selection
Panasonic GH5S
Panasonic GH5
  • $1998
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1348
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compared to Panasonic G9

Samsung NX2000
Panasonic G9
  • $680
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1065
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Lens selection
Panasonic GH5S
Panasonic G9
  • $1998
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $1065
  • 4/3
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
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