Pentax X-5 vs Samsung NX5

Here is a complete overview of the Pentax X-5 versus Samsung NX5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is very similar but the X-5 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The X-5 was manufactured 2 years later than the NX5 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the X-5 scores vs the NX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 and Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Samsung NX5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax X-5 comes with outside measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check out the Pentax X-5 versus Samsung NX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the X-5 and the NX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and NX5 is 65 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the X-5 and NX5.

All in all, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The X-5 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Pentax X-5 will offer you greater detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics more aggressively. The more modern X-5 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.