Pentax X-5 vs Samsung PL200
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Pentax X-5 vs Samsung PL200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-580mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 595g - 119 x 86 x 107mm
- Launched August 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 170g - 100 x 60 x 21mm
- Introduced July 2010
Photography Glossary Pentax X-5 vs Samsung PL200 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Pentax X-5 and Samsung PL200, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe X-5 was released 2 years after the PL200 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the X-5 scores vs the PL200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X-5 & Samsung PL200. The complete galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Samsung PL200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the Samsung PL200
| X-5 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2012 |  | July 2010 | Newer by 26 months |
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL200 over the Pentax X-5
| PL200 | X-5 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax X-5 and Samsung PL200
| X-5 | PL200 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Pentax X-5 vs Samsung PL200 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax X-5 has got outer dimensions 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 PL200 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Pentax X-5 and Samsung PL200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the X-5 and the PL200.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and PL200 is 65 and 94 respectively.
Pentax X-5 vs Samsung PL200 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-5 and PL200.
As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Pentax X-5 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer X-5 provides an edge in sensor innovation.
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Pentax X-5 vs Samsung PL200 Specifications
| Pentax X-5 | Samsung PL200 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model type | Pentax X-5 | Samsung PL200 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-08-22 | 2010-07-21 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 22-580mm (26.4x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 230k dot | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 9.10 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 595g (1.31 lb) | 170g (0.37 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 119 x 86 x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") | 100 x 60 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 shots | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | BP70A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC'/MMC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $230 | $0 |
