Nikon B600 vs Pentax X-5

Let's look closer at the Nikon B600 versus Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the B600 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The B600 was unveiled 6 years later than the X-5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the B600 grades versus the X-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix B600 and Pentax X-5. The full galleries are provided at Nikon B600 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon B600 has got outer measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the B600 and the X-5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the B600 and X-5 is 67 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the B600 and X-5.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should really take the production date of the cameras into account. The younger B600 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.