Pentax K-5 II vs Samsung GX-20

Its time to examine more in depth at the Pentax K-5 II and Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the K-5 II (16MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The K-5 II was revealed 5 years later than the GX-20 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the K-5 II matches up against the GX-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-5 II & Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 II Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax K-5 II features outside measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the K-5 II compared to the GX-20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-5 II and GX-20 is 60 and 58 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 II and GX-20.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Pentax K-5 II to produce greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger K-5 II will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.