Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax X-5
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax X-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- 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-ZR15 vs Pentax X-5 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax X-5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The EX-ZR15 was brought out 7 months prior to the X-5 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-ZR15 matches up vs the X-5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax X-5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Pentax X-5
EX-ZR15 | X-5 | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the Casio EX-ZR15
X-5 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Launched | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | Fresher by 7 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Pentax X-5
EX-ZR15 | X-5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax X-5 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR15 features external dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax X-5 has specifications of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax X-5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-ZR15 against the X-5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR15 and X-5 is 93 and 65 respectively.

Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax X-5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-ZR15 and X-5.
To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photos however you should factor the age of the products into consideration. The older EX-ZR15 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax X-5 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Pentax X-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Pentax X-5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-01-09 | 2012-08-22 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 22-580mm (26.4x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 230 thousand dot |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 gr (0.39 pounds) | 595 gr (1.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 119 x 86 x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 325 shots | 330 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-110 | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $249 | $230 |