Pentax K-5 vs Samsung GX-1L

Below is a in-depth review of the Pentax K-5 versus Samsung GX-1L, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the K-5 (16MP) and GX-1L (6MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The K-5 was announced 4 years later than the GX-1L and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the K-5 matches up vs the GX-1L in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-5 and Samsung GX-1L. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-5 Gallery and Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-5 offers external 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) and the Samsung GX-1L has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the K-5 vs the GX-1L.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-5 and GX-1L is 60 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the K-5 and GX-1L.

All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax K-5 to offer you greater detail with its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The newer K-5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.