Casio EX-FS10 vs Pentax X-5
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Casio EX-FS10 vs Pentax X-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-114mm (F3.9-7.1) lens
- 121g - 102 x 55 x 20mm
- Released January 2009
(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-FS10 vs Pentax X-5 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Casio EX-FS10 and Pentax X-5, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the EX-FS10 (9MP) and X-5 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-FS10 was introduced 4 years prior to the X-5 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-FS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the EX-FS10 matches up vs the X-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Pentax X-5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-FS10 & Pentax X-5. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-FS10 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FS10 over the Pentax X-5
EX-FS10 | X-5 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the Casio EX-FS10
X-5 | EX-FS10 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 44 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-FS10 and Pentax X-5
EX-FS10 | X-5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Casio EX-FS10 vs Pentax X-5 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-FS10 has got outer measurements of 102mm x 55mm x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has specifications of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).
Look at the Casio EX-FS10 and Pentax X-5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the EX-FS10 versus the X-5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FS10 and X-5 is 96 and 65 respectively.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Pentax X-5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-FS10 and X-5.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Pentax X-5 to provide you with more detail using its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged EX-FS10 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Casio EX-FS10 vs Pentax X-5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-FS10 vs Pentax X-5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-FS10 | Pentax X-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-FS10 | Pentax X-5 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2012-08-22 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | 22-580mm (26.4x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-7.1 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 230k dot |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 9.10 m |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 448 x 336 (30, 240 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps), 448 x 336 (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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) | 595 gr (1.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 55 x 20mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 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 |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-80 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SDHC Memory Card, SD Memory Card, Eye-Fi Wireless Card compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $200 | $230 |