Pentax X70 vs Samsung WB50F
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung WB50F 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
- Announced March 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Announced January 2014
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Following is a in-depth assessment of the Pentax X70 vs Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and WB50F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe X70 was manufactured 5 years prior to the WB50F which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the X70 scores versus the WB50F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Samsung WB50F
| X70 | WB50F |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Pentax X70
| WB50F | X70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2014 |  | March 2009 | More modern by 59 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax X70 and Samsung WB50F
| X70 | WB50F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Pentax X70 vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X70 provides exterior dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") having a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the X70 versus the WB50F.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and WB50F is 71 and 92 respectively.
Pentax X70 vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The pic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the X70 and WB50F.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung WB50F to show extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged X70 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
| Pentax X70 | Samsung WB50F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model | Pentax X70 | Samsung WB50F |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2009-03-02 | 2014-01-07 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 50 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.1-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4s | - |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 9.10 m | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | 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 | 410g (0.90 pounds) | 207g (0.46 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | BP70A |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $200 | $180 |
