Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax X-5

Its time to examine more closely at the Fujifilm S9900w versus Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm S9900w was unveiled 2 years later than the X-5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Fujifilm S9900w matches up against the X-5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9900w and Pentax X-5. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9900w has got exterior dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while 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).

Check the Fujifilm S9900w versus Pentax X-5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w vs the X-5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9900w and X-5 is 61 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm S9900w and X-5.

As you have seen, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The younger Fujifilm S9900w should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.