Casio EX-ZR800 vs Pentax X-5

Let's look much closer at the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-ZR800 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR800 was manufactured 12 months later than the X-5 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZR800 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the EX-ZR800 scores vs the X-5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-ZR800 and Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-ZR800 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR800 offers physical dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Pentax X-5 has specifications of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Check the Casio EX-ZR800 versus Pentax X-5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-ZR800 against the X-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR800 and X-5 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The visual here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR800 and X-5.

All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images however you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent EX-ZR800 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.