Pentax K-3 vs Samsung NX5

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Pentax K-3 versus Samsung NX5, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the K-3 (24MP) and NX5 (15MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-3 was introduced 3 years later than the NX5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-3 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the K-3 matches up against the NX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-3 and Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-3 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax K-3 features external measurements of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by 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") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-3 versus Samsung NX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the K-3 versus the NX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the K-3 and NX5 is 59 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The visual here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the K-3 and NX5.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax K-3 to offer you extra detail using its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer K-3 provides a benefit in sensor tech.