Pentax K-70 vs Samsung NX5
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Pentax K-70 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 688g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Introduced June 2016
- Successor is Pentax KF
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Launched June 2010
Pentax K-70 vs Samsung NX5 Overview
Here is a complete analysis of the Pentax K-70 and Samsung NX5, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Pentax and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the K-70 (24MP) and NX5 (15MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe K-70 was introduced 6 years later than the NX5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the K-70 matches up against the NX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax K-70 vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-70 and Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K-70 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-70 over the Samsung NX5
K-70 | NX5 | |||
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Launched | June 2016 | June 2010 | Fresher by 74 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Pentax K-70
NX5 | K-70 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-70 and Samsung NX5
K-70 | NX5 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Pentax K-70 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax K-70 has outer measurements of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") having a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX5 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Check out the Pentax K-70 and Samsung NX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the K-70 and the NX5.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the K-70 and NX5 is 62 and 80 respectively.
Pentax K-70 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the K-70 and NX5.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Pentax K-70 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern K-70 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax K-70 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
Pentax K-70 | Samsung NX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax K-70 | Samsung NX5 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-06-08 | 2010-06-01 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | PRIME MII | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 102400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 15 |
Cross focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF2 | Samsung NX |
Available lenses | 151 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.63x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 688 gr (1.52 lb) | 499 gr (1.10 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 400 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $649 | $499 |