Pentax X-5 vs Samsung NX1

Here is a detailed overview of the Pentax X-5 versus Samsung NX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the X-5 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The X-5 was brought out 3 years earlier than the NX1 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the X-5 matches up versus the NX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X-5 and Samsung NX1. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X-5 offers outside measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Samsung NX1 has dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check out the Pentax X-5 versus Samsung NX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the X-5 versus the NX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X-5 and NX1 is 65 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and NX1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X-5 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX1 will deliver extra detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older X-5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.