Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax X-5

The following is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-Z2000 and Pentax X-5, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z2000 was revealed 3 years earlier than the X-5 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z2000 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the EX-Z2000 scores vs the X-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 & Pentax X-5. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z2000 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z2000 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has specifications of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the EX-Z2000 compared to the X-5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z2000 and X-5 is 95 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z2000 and X-5.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax X-5 to give you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged EX-Z2000 is going to be behind in sensor tech.