FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X-5
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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 730g - 131 x 91 x 126mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternative Name is FinePix HS22 EXR
- Refreshed by Fujifilm HS30EXR
(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
- Announced August 2012

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X-5 Overview
Here is a thorough review of the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the HS20 EXR (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the HS20 EXR (1/2") and X-5 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

The HS20 EXR was revealed 19 months earlier than the X-5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the HS20 EXR scores versus the X-5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X-5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR & Pentax X-5. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm HS20 EXR Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm HS20 EXR over the Pentax X-5
HS20 EXR | X-5 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the FujiFilm HS20 EXR
X-5 | HS20 EXR | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 19 months |
Common features in the FujiFilm HS20 EXR and Pentax X-5
HS20 EXR | X-5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 460k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X-5 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm HS20 EXR comes with external dimensions of 131mm x 91mm x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") having a weight of 730 grams (1.61 lbs) while the Pentax X-5 has measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).
Analyze the FujiFilm HS20 EXR versus Pentax X-5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the HS20 EXR compared to the X-5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the HS20 EXR and X-5 is 58 and 65 respectively.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X-5 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the HS20 EXR and X-5.
Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The HS20 EXR includes the bigger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The older HS20 EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X-5 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm HS20 EXR vs Pentax X-5 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Pentax X-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix HS20 EXR | Pentax X-5 |
Also Known as | FinePix HS22 EXR | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-08-22 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 30.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 22-580mm (26.4x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 230 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 8.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 80 fps), 320 x 112 (320 fps), 320 x 240 (160 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 730g (1.61 lbs) | 595g (1.31 lbs) |
Dimensions | 131 x 91 x 126mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 5.0") | 119 x 86 x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 330 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $600 | $230 |