Fujifilm JV150 vs Pentax X-5

Its time to look more in depth at the Fujifilm JV150 versus Pentax X-5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm JV150 (14MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm JV150 was unveiled 3 years prior to the X-5 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm JV150 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm JV150 matches up vs the X-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix JV150 and Pentax X-5. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm JV150 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm JV150 features external measurements of 93mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm JV150 versus Pentax X-5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm JV150 vs the X-5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm JV150 and X-5 is 96 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm JV150 and X-5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Pentax X-5 to produce more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older Fujifilm JV150 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.