Pentax K-30 vs Samsung GX-20

Below is a detailed review of the Pentax K-30 versus Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the K-30 (16MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is fairly similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K-30 was brought out 4 years later than the GX-20 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the K-30 matches up vs the GX-20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-30 and Samsung GX-20. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K-30 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-30 has got outside dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) and the Samsung GX-20 has dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax K-30 versus Samsung GX-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the K-30 vs the GX-20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-30 and GX-20 is 63 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The visual here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-30 and GX-20.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax K-30 to offer extra detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern K-30 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.