Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung GX-1S
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68 Imaging
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Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung GX-1S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Launched August 2005
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- No Video
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 605g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Announced January 2006
Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung GX-1S Overview
Below is a in-depth assessment of the Pentax ist DS2 and Samsung GX-1S, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the ist DS2 (6MP) and the GX-1S (6MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe ist DS2 was released 4 months before the GX-1S so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ist DS2 grades against the GX-1S for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung GX-1S Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax ist DS2 & Samsung GX-1S. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax ist DS2 Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DS2 over the Samsung GX-1S
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Reasons to pick Samsung GX-1S over the Pentax ist DS2
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Common features in the Pentax ist DS2 and Samsung GX-1S
ist DS2 | GX-1S | |||
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Announced | August 2005 | January 2006 | Same age | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.5" | 2.5" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 210k | 210k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung GX-1S Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax ist DS2 provides outer measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1S has proportions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).
Check out the Pentax ist DS2 and Samsung GX-1S in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the ist DS2 and the GX-1S.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ist DS2 and GX-1S is 68 and 68 respectively.
Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung GX-1S Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing specs. The visual here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ist DS2 and GX-1S.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files though you should factor the age of the cameras into account.
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Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung GX-1S Specifications
Pentax ist DS2 | Samsung GX-1S | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax ist DS2 | Samsung GX-1S |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2005-08-22 | 2006-01-16 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3008 x 2008 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Pentax KAF | Pentax KAF |
Number of lenses | 151 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 210 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | 95% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | - | None |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | No | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 605 grams (1.33 lb) | 605 grams (1.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 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 | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC card | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | - | $850 |