Casio EX-ZR10 vs Pentax X-5

Following is a in depth review of the Casio EX-ZR10 and Pentax X-5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR10 (12MP) and X-5 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The EX-ZR10 was unveiled 23 months prior to the X-5 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-ZR10 grades against the X-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR10 & Pentax X-5. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR10 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR10 offers physical dimensions of 102mm x 69mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has proportions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-ZR10 and Pentax X-5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR10 against the X-5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR10 and X-5 is 93 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR10 and X-5.

All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax X-5 to give extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.