Pentax X-5 vs Samsung ST600

Lets look much closer at the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung ST600, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was introduced 2 years later than the ST600 and that is quite a sizable 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 ST600 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the X-5 scores against the ST600 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X-5 and Samsung ST600. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax X-5 features exterior measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST600 has proportions of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the X-5 against the ST600.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and ST600 is 65 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The visual here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and ST600.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax X-5 to resolve more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer X-5 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.