Pentax K-x vs Samsung NX5
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Pentax K-x vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Introduced December 2009
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Launched June 2010
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Lets look more closely at the Pentax K-x vs Samsung NX5, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very well matched and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe K-x was announced 5 months prior to the NX5 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the K-x grades against the NX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Photography Glossary Pentax K-x vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-x & Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are available at Pentax K-x Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Samsung NX5
| K-x | NX5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Pentax K-x
| NX5 | K-x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Pentax K-x and Samsung NX5
| K-x | NX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | December 2009 |  | June 2010 | Similar age |
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Pentax K-x vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-x enjoys physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the K-x compared to the NX5.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the K-x and NX5 is 69 and 80 respectively.
Pentax K-x vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the K-x and NX5.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung NX5 to resolve more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively.
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Pentax K-x vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
| Pentax K-x | Samsung NX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax K-x | Samsung NX5 |
| Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2009-12-23 | 2010-06-01 |
| Physical type | Compact SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Prime | DRIM Engine |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 372.9mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 15MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Samsung NX |
| Number of lenses | 151 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT LCD monitor | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder coverage | 96% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.57x | 0.57x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/6000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 16.00 m | 11.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 580g (1.28 lbs) | 499g (1.10 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 72 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 811 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 1900 pictures | 400 pictures |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 4 x AA | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $600 | $499 |