Fujifilm SL300 vs Pentax X-5

Following is a extended comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 versus Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm SL300 (14MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm SL300 was brought out 7 months before the X-5 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm SL300 matches up versus the X-5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix SL300 & Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm SL300 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm SL300 has got physical dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") having a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has proportions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm SL300 versus the X-5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm SL300 and X-5 is 67 and 65 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The pic here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm SL300 and X-5.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax X-5 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm SL300 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.