Casio EX-FH25 vs Pentax X-5
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Casio EX-FH25 vs Pentax X-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 524g - 122 x 81 x 83mm
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-580mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 595g - 119 x 86 x 107mm
- Launched August 2012

Casio EX-FH25 vs Pentax X-5 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-FH25 vs Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the EX-FH25 (10MP) and X-5 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-FH25 was revealed 3 years prior to the X-5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the EX-FH25 grades vs the X-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Pentax X-5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FH25 & Pentax X-5. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-FH25 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH25 over the Pentax X-5
EX-FH25 | X-5 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the Casio EX-FH25
X-5 | EX-FH25 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 25 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FH25 and Pentax X-5
EX-FH25 | X-5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-FH25 vs Pentax X-5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-FH25 enjoys exterior measurements of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") along with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-FH25 vs Pentax X-5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-FH25 and the X-5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FH25 and X-5 is 69 and 65 respectively.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Pentax X-5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FH25 and X-5.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax X-5 to render more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged EX-FH25 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FH25 vs Pentax X-5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FH25 vs Pentax X-5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FH25 | Pentax X-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FH25 | Pentax X-5 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2012-08-22 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 22-580mm (26.4x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 230 thousand dots |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 40.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (120, 30fps), 448 x 336 (30, 120, 240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 524 gr (1.16 lb) | 595 gr (1.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 81 x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") | 119 x 86 x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $450 | $230 |