Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax X-5

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-ZR100 versus Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and X-5 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR100 was revealed 13 months earlier than the X-5 making the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the EX-ZR100 scores versus the X-5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Pentax X-5. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR100 provides exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the EX-ZR100 vs the X-5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR100 and X-5 is 92 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The pic here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR100 and X-5.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Pentax X-5 to render extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged EX-ZR100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.