Casio EX-FC100 vs Pentax X-5

Lets look much closer at the Casio EX-FC100 versus Pentax X-5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and X-5 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was introduced 4 years before the X-5 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-FC100 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the EX-FC100 matches up against the X-5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 and Pentax X-5. The whole galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-FC100 features external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Pentax X-5 has specifications of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-FC100 versus Pentax X-5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the EX-FC100 and the X-5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-FC100 and X-5 is 94 and 65 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC100 and X-5.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax X-5 to deliver greater detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older EX-FC100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.