Pentax X-5 vs Samsung WB210

Lets take a more detailed look at the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung WB210, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was launched 14 months later than the WB210 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the X-5 matches up vs the WB210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X-5 & Samsung WB210. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Samsung WB210 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax X-5 offers outer measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB210 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the X-5 against the WB210.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and WB210 is 65 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and WB210.

As you can see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Pentax X-5 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer X-5 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.