Pentax X-5 vs Samsung SL102

Lets take a deeper look at the Pentax X-5 versus Samsung SL102, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and SL102 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was brought out 3 years later than the SL102 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL102 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the X-5 grades vs the SL102 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X-5 & Samsung SL102. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Samsung SL102 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax X-5 offers outside dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Pentax X-5 versus Samsung SL102 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the X-5 against the SL102.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and SL102 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the X-5 and SL102.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Pentax X-5 to deliver extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher X-5 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.