Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung NX2000

Here is a detailed assessment of the Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung NX2000, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the K-5 IIs (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is pretty well matched and they use the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K-5 IIs was announced 5 months earlier than the NX2000 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the K-5 IIs grades against the NX2000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 IIs and Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to take into account 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") having a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung NX2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the K-5 IIs versus the NX2000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 IIs and NX2000 is 60 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the K-5 IIs and NX2000.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung NX2000 to give you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively.