Canon SX40 HS vs Pentax X-5

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon SX40 HS vs Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and X-5 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was unveiled 11 months before the X-5 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX40 HS scores vs the X-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS & Pentax X-5. The full galleries are available at Canon SX40 HS Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SX40 HS offers outside measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has sizing of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX40 HS against the X-5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX40 HS and X-5 is 64 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX40 HS and X-5.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax X-5 to provide more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged SX40 HS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.