Pentax K-5 vs Samsung EX2F
60 Imaging
56 Features
82 Overall
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90 Imaging
37 Features
62 Overall
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Pentax K-5 vs Samsung EX2F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 740g - 131 x 97 x 73mm
- Launched December 2010
- Replaced the Pentax K-7
- Successor is Pentax K-5 IIs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Introduced December 2012
Pentax K-5 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Pentax K-5 vs Samsung EX2F, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the K-5 (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the K-5 (APS-C) and EX2F (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor measurements.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe K-5 was introduced 24 months earlier than the EX2F making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the K-5 scores vs the EX2F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax K-5 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-5 and Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-5 over the Samsung EX2F
K-5 | EX2F | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | 0k | Clearer display (+921k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Pentax K-5
EX2F | K-5 | |||
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Introduced | December 2012 | December 2010 | Newer by 24 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Pentax K-5 and Samsung EX2F
K-5 | EX2F | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display measurements | |
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Pentax K-5 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-5 provides exterior measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
See the Pentax K-5 vs Samsung EX2F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the K-5 against the EX2F.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the K-5 and EX2F is 60 and 90 respectively.
Pentax K-5 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the K-5 and EX2F.
As you have seen, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The K-5 using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Pentax K-5 will show greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged K-5 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
Pentax K-5 vs Samsung EX2F Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-5 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Pentax K-5 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax K-5 | Samsung EX2F |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-12-18 | 2012-12-18 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Prime II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/1.4-2.7 |
Total lenses | 151 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD monitor | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.61x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, High speed, Rear curtain and Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25 fps), 1280 x 720 (25, 30 fps), 640 x 424 (25, 30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 740g (1.63 lbs) | 294g (0.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 131 x 97 x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 82 | 48 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.1 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | 1162 | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 980 photos | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI90 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $800 | $478 |