Nikon P900 vs Pentax X-5

Let's look more closely at the Nikon P900 and Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the P900 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The P900 was announced 2 years later than the X-5 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the P900 matches up against the X-5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P900 & Pentax X-5. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P900 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon P900 enjoys external measurements of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") along with a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has sizing of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the P900 against the X-5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P900 and X-5 is 52 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P900 and X-5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you would want to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more modern P900 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.