Pentax K20D vs Samsung GX-20
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Pentax K20D vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced June 2008
- Old Model is Pentax K10D
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Revealed January 2008
- Replaced the Samsung GX-10
Pentax K20D vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Pentax K20D and Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the K20D (15MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe K20D was announced 6 months after the GX-20 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the K20D scores versus the GX-20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax K20D vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K20D and Samsung GX-20. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K20D Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K20D over the Samsung GX-20
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Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Pentax K20D
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Common features in the Pentax K20D and Samsung GX-20
K20D | GX-20 | |||
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Revealed | June 2008 | January 2008 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Pentax K20D vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax K20D comes with outside measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Samsung GX-20 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Check the Pentax K20D and Samsung GX-20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the K20D against the GX-20.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the K20D and GX-20 is 59 and 58 respectively.
Pentax K20D vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The pic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the K20D and GX-20.
All in all, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.
Pentax K20D vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K20D vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Pentax K20D | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax K20D | Samsung GX-20 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2008-06-25 | 2008-01-24 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.4 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 365.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 15MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 4672 x 3104 | 4688 x 3120 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 151 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 800 gr (1.76 lb) | 800 gr (1.76 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 65 | 68 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.9 | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.1 | 11.2 |
DXO Low light score | 639 | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery model | D-LI50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/MMC/SDHC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $700 | $850 |