Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-x
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Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 740g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Revealed December 2010
- Older Model is Pentax K-7
- Renewed by Pentax K-5 IIs
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Introduced December 2009
Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-x Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Pentax K-5 and Pentax K-x, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are produced by Pentax. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the K-5 (16MP) and K-x (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe K-5 was unveiled 12 months after the K-x which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the K-5 scores versus the K-x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-x Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-5 and Pentax K-x. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 over the Pentax K-x
K-5 | K-x | |||
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Introduced | December 2010 | December 2009 | Newer by 12 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper display (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Pentax K-5
K-x | K-5 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-5 and Pentax K-x
K-5 | K-x | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-5 comes with exterior dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Examine the Pentax K-5 and Pentax K-x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the K-5 against the K-x.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 and K-x is 60 and 69 respectively.
Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing technical specs. The image here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the K-5 and K-x.
As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Pentax K-5 to offer you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent K-5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-x Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-5 vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Pentax K-5 | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Pentax |
Model type | Pentax K-5 | Pentax K-x |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2010-12-18 | 2009-12-23 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Prime II | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 921 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 16.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (25, 30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 740 gr (1.63 pounds) | 580 gr (1.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 82 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.1 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 1162 | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 980 photos | 1900 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI90 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $800 | $600 |