Pentax K20D vs Samsung WB700

On this page, we will be evaluating the Pentax K20D versus Samsung WB700, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the K20D (15MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the K20D (APS-C) and WB700 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The K20D was brought out 3 years prior to the WB700 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the K20D matches up against the WB700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K20D & Samsung WB700. The entire galleries are available at Pentax K20D Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K20D has got exterior dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) and the Samsung WB700 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the K20D versus the WB700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K20D and WB700 is 59 and 98 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the K20D and WB700.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The K20D featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Pentax K20D will give more detail having its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged K20D is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.