Canon SX620 HS vs Pentax X-5

Here is a extensive analysis of the Canon SX620 HS and Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and X-5 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was released 3 years later than the X-5 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX620 HS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX620 HS matches up against the X-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS & Pentax X-5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX620 HS Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX620 HS comes with physical measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has proportions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the SX620 HS against the X-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX620 HS and X-5 is 93 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX620 HS and X-5.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SX620 HS to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent SX620 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.