Fujifilm S4800 vs Pentax X-5

The following is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm S4800 and Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S4800 was revealed 6 months after the X-5 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm S4800 grades against the X-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S4800 and Pentax X-5. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S4800 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm S4800 provides physical dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") and a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm S4800 and Pentax X-5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S4800 and the X-5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm S4800 and X-5 is 66 and 65 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S4800 and X-5.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photos although you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration.