Pentax X-5 vs Samsung GX-20
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Pentax X-5 vs Samsung GX-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-580mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 595g - 119 x 86 x 107mm
- Announced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 72mm
- Launched January 2008
- Replaced the Samsung GX-10
Pentax X-5 vs Samsung GX-20 Overview
Here is a complete comparison of the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung GX-20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is fairly similar but the X-5 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe X-5 was launched 4 years later than the GX-20 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the X-5 matches up against the GX-20 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax X-5 vs Samsung GX-20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X-5 and Samsung GX-20. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the Samsung GX-20
X-5 | GX-20 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | January 2008 | Fresher by 56 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-20 over the Pentax X-5
GX-20 | X-5 |
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Common features in the Pentax X-5 and Samsung GX-20
X-5 | GX-20 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Pentax X-5 vs Samsung GX-20 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax X-5 has got exterior measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Check out the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung GX-20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the X-5 versus the GX-20.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X-5 and GX-20 is 65 and 58 respectively.
Pentax X-5 vs Samsung GX-20 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the X-5 and GX-20.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X-5 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Pentax X-5 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer X-5 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
Pentax X-5 vs Samsung GX-20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax X-5 vs Samsung GX-20 Specifications
Pentax X-5 | Samsung GX-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax X-5 | Samsung GX-20 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2012-08-22 | 2008-01-24 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4688 x 3120 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 22-580mm (26.4x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 230 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 595 gr (1.31 pounds) | 800 gr (1.76 pounds) |
Dimensions | 119 x 86 x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") | 142 x 101 x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 714 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $230 | $850 |