Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X-5
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Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X-5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-580mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 595g - 119 x 86 x 107mm
- Introduced August 2012

Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X-5 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the Z5120 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z5120 was revealed 7 months prior to the X-5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Z5120 matches up against the X-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X-5 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Pentax X-5. The full galleries are viewable at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Pentax X-5
Z5120 | X-5 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the Kodak Z5120
X-5 | Z5120 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 7 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Pentax X-5
Z5120 | X-5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X-5 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Z5120 provides outer dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has proportions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).
Check the Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Z5120 and the X-5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and X-5 is 68 and 65 respectively.

Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X-5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5120 and X-5.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you really should take the release date of the cameras into account. The older Z5120 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X-5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z5120 vs Pentax X-5 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Pentax X-5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Kodak | Pentax |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Pentax X-5 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2012-08-22 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 22-580mm (26.4x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 230k dots |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.90 m | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lbs) | 595g (1.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 119 x 86 x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $200 | $230 |