FujiFilm S1800 vs Pentax X-5

In this article, we are reviewing the FujiFilm S1800 versus Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S1800 (12MP) and X-5 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S1800 was brought out 3 years prior to the X-5 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S1800 scores versus the X-5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for FujiFilm FinePix S1800 and Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are available at FujiFilm S1800 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm S1800 offers external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Compare the FujiFilm S1800 versus Pentax X-5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the S1800 versus the X-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1800 and X-5 is 78 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S1800 and X-5.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax X-5 to provide more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The older S1800 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.