Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung WB250F
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung WB250F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 760g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Introduced June 2013
- Earlier Model is Pentax K-5
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 226g - 106 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung WB250F Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Pentax K-5 IIs and Samsung WB250F, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the K-5 IIs (16MP) and the WB250F (14MP) is pretty comparable but the K-5 IIs (APS-C) and WB250F (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe K-5 IIs was unveiled 5 months later than the WB250F so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the K-5 IIs grades against the WB250F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung WB250F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 IIs and Samsung WB250F. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 IIs over the Samsung WB250F
K-5 IIs | WB250F | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 460k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB250F over the Pentax K-5 IIs
WB250F | K-5 IIs | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax K-5 IIs and Samsung WB250F
K-5 IIs | WB250F | |||
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Announced | June 2013 | January 2013 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung WB250F Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax K-5 IIs provides exterior 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) whilst the Samsung WB250F has sizing of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax K-5 IIs and Samsung WB250F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the K-5 IIs versus the WB250F.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 IIs and WB250F is 60 and 93 respectively.
Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung WB250F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 IIs and WB250F.
All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The K-5 IIs with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Pentax K-5 IIs will produce greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively.
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Pentax K-5 IIs vs Samsung WB250F Specifications
Pentax K-5 IIs | Samsung WB250F | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax K-5 IIs | Samsung WB250F |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-06-04 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Number of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD monitor | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 760 grams (1.68 lb) | 226 grams (0.50 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 106 x 62 x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 82 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1208 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 980 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | - |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $749 | $250 |