Canon SX240 HS vs Pentax X-5

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Canon SX240 HS and Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SX240 HS (12MP) and X-5 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX240 HS was introduced 6 months before the X-5 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX240 HS scores versus the X-5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX240 HS and Pentax X-5. The whole galleries are available at Canon SX240 HS Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX240 HS offers physical dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has proportions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX240 HS and Pentax X-5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX240 HS versus the X-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX240 HS and X-5 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The visual below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX240 HS and X-5.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax X-5 to result in greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.