Pentax X-5 vs Samsung WB50F
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Pentax X-5 vs Samsung WB50F 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
- Announced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Launched January 2014
Pentax X-5 vs Samsung WB50F Overview
Here, we are comparing the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the WB50F (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe X-5 was manufactured 16 months earlier than the WB50F making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the X-5 scores vs the WB50F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax X-5 vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 and Samsung WB50F. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the Samsung WB50F
X-5 | WB50F | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Pentax X-5
WB50F | X-5 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | August 2012 | More recent by 16 months |
Common features in the Pentax X-5 and Samsung WB50F
X-5 | WB50F | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 460k | 460k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Pentax X-5 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax X-5 features exterior dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has sizing of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
See the Pentax X-5 vs Samsung WB50F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the X-5 vs the WB50F.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and WB50F is 65 and 92 respectively.
Pentax X-5 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The visual below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the X-5 and WB50F.
All in all, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photos however you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older X-5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Pentax X-5 vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax X-5 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Pentax X-5 | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax X-5 | Samsung WB50F |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-08-22 | 2014-01-07 |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 22-580mm (26.4x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 460k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 230k dot | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 595 gr (1.31 pounds) | 207 gr (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 86 x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $230 | $180 |