Pentax K-5 II vs Samsung GX-1L

Lets examine more closely at the Pentax K-5 II versus Samsung GX-1L, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the K-5 II (16MP) and GX-1L (6MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-5 II was revealed 7 years later than the GX-1L and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the K-5 II matches up against the GX-1L with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 II and Samsung GX-1L. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 II Gallery and Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax K-5 II has got outside dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1L has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-5 II versus Samsung GX-1L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the K-5 II against the GX-1L.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 II and GX-1L is 60 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-5 II and GX-1L.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax K-5 II to offer you greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent K-5 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.