Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung NX2000

Let's examine more closely at the Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung NX2000, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Pentax and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the ist DS2 (6MP) and NX2000 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The ist DS2 was introduced 9 years earlier than the NX2000 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax ist DS2 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ist DS2 scores against the NX2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax ist DS2 and Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax ist DS2 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax ist DS2 enjoys physical dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has proportions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Pentax ist DS2 vs Samsung NX2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the ist DS2 versus the NX2000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ist DS2 and NX2000 is 68 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ist DS2 and NX2000.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Samsung NX2000 to offer you more detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older ist DS2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.