Pentax X-5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Let's look a bit more closely at the Pentax X-5 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was unveiled 16 months before the Galaxy Camera 2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the X-5 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X-5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The full galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X-5 enjoys outside measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax X-5 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the X-5 and the Galaxy Camera 2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 65 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and Galaxy Camera 2.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution and you should expect similar quality of images although you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The older X-5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.