Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung GX-1S

On this page, we will be evaluating the Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the K-5 IIs (16MP) and GX-1S (6MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The K-5 IIs was brought out 7 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the K-5 IIs matches up against the GX-1S for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 IIs and Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax K-5 IIs enjoys outer measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1S has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung GX-1S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the K-5 IIs versus the GX-1S.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 IIs and GX-1S is 60 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specs. The visual underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 IIs and GX-1S.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax K-5 IIs to result in extra detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer K-5 IIs is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.