Pentax X70 vs Samsung GX-1S
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung GX-1S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Launched March 2009
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Revealed January 2006
Pentax X70 vs Samsung GX-1S Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Pentax X70 and Samsung GX-1S, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Pentax and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the X70 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe X70 was announced 3 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the X70 grades versus the GX-1S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax X70 vs Samsung GX-1S Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 & Samsung GX-1S. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Samsung GX-1S
X70 | GX-1S | |||
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Revealed | March 2009 | January 2006 | Fresher by 39 months | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 210k | Clearer screen (+20k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Pentax X70
GX-1S | X70 |
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Common features in the Pentax X70 and Samsung GX-1S
X70 | GX-1S | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Pentax X70 vs Samsung GX-1S Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X70 features outside measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Compare the Pentax X70 and Samsung GX-1S in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the X70 vs the GX-1S.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and GX-1S is 71 and 68 respectively.
Pentax X70 vs Samsung GX-1S Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The visual here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the X70 and GX-1S.
All in all, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X70 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax X70 will show more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer X70 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
Pentax X70 vs Samsung GX-1S Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung GX-1S Specifications
Pentax X70 | Samsung GX-1S | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax X70 | Samsung GX-1S |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2009-03-02 | 2006-01-16 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF |
Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 210 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | - |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 410 grams (0.90 lb) | 605 grams (1.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
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 model | D-LI92 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $850 |