FujiFilm JX300 vs Pentax X-5

Its time to take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm JX300 versus Pentax X-5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the JX300 (14MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The JX300 was announced 19 months earlier than the X-5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the FujiFilm JX300 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the JX300 matches up versus the X-5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix JX300 and Pentax X-5. The whole galleries are provided at FujiFilm JX300 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm JX300 features physical measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm JX300 versus Pentax X-5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the JX300 against the X-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the JX300 and X-5 is 95 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the JX300 and X-5.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax X-5 to deliver extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged JX300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.