Pentax X-5 vs Samsung SL620

On this page, we are contrasting the Pentax X-5 and Samsung SL620, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and SL620 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was released 3 years later than the SL620 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera 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 SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the X-5 scores vs the SL620 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 & Samsung SL620. The complete galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X-5 has exterior measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Samsung SL620 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the X-5 and the SL620.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and SL620 is 65 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and SL620.

To sum up, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax X-5 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger X-5 provides an edge in sensor technology.