Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung GX-20

Lets look much closer at the Pentax K-5 IIs versus Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the K-5 IIs (16MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-5 IIs was unveiled 5 years after the GX-20 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the K-5 IIs scores against the GX-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 IIs & Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery & Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-5 IIs comes with exterior 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 proportions 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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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the K-5 IIs compared to the GX-20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 IIs and GX-20 is 60 and 58 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 IIs and GX-20.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Pentax K-5 IIs to show extra detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern K-5 IIs is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.