Fujifilm S2000HD vs Pentax X-5

Here, we will be comparing the Fujifilm S2000HD and Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S2000HD (10MP) and X-5 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S2000HD was brought out 4 years earlier than the X-5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm S2000HD scores vs the X-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix S2000HD & Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm S2000HD Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S2000HD comes with outer measurements of 111mm x 79mm x 76mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has specifications of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm S2000HD and Pentax X-5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S2000HD compared to the X-5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S2000HD and X-5 is 75 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S2000HD and X-5.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Pentax X-5 to render greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm S2000HD will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.