Pentax K-S2 vs Samsung NX20

Its time to examine more closely at the Pentax K-S2 vs Samsung NX20, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the K-S2 (20MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The K-S2 was introduced 2 years after the NX20 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the K-S2 matches up vs the NX20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax K-S2 and Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-S2 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-S2 comes with external dimensions of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Samsung NX20 has dimensions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-S2 vs Samsung NX20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the K-S2 and the NX20.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-S2 and NX20 is 64 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading technical specs. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-S2 and NX20.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher K-S2 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.