Nikon L830 vs Pentax X-5

Below, we are matching up the Nikon L830 and Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the L830 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is very well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L830 was released 17 months after the X-5 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the L830 grades versus the X-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L830 & Pentax X-5. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L830 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L830 provides external dimensions of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") along with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) and 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the L830 vs the X-5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the L830 and X-5 is 71 and 65 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L830 and X-5.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of images though you should take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent L830 provides an advantage in sensor technology.