Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung NX5
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Introduced July 2014
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Introduced June 2010
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung NX5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is pretty close but the XG-1 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.
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Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the XG-1 matches up against the NX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax XG-1 & Samsung NX5. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Samsung NX5
| XG-1 | NX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2014 |  | June 2010 | More recent by 51 months |
| Screen resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Pentax XG-1
| NX5 | XG-1 |
|---|
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung NX5
| XG-1 | NX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax XG-1 provides outer dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Compare the Pentax XG-1 and Samsung NX5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the XG-1 against the NX5.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the XG-1 and NX5 is 66 and 80 respectively.
Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specs. The visual here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and NX5.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The XG-1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Pentax XG-1 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern XG-1 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
| Pentax XG-1 | Samsung NX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model type | Pentax XG-1 | Samsung NX5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2014-07-15 | 2010-06-01 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | DRIM Engine |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 15MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | - |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Total lenses | - | 32 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 200k dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 9.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.00 m | 11.00 m |
| Flash settings | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 567 gr (1.25 pounds) | 499 gr (1.10 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 240 images | 400 images |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | LB-060 | BP1130 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at release | $599 | $499 |