Nikon P950 vs Pentax X-5

Below is a extended comparison of the Nikon P950 vs Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the P950 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P950 was revealed 7 years later than the X-5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the P950 matches up against the X-5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Pentax X-5. The full galleries are available at Nikon P950 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon P950 comes with outside measurements of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") having a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) while the Pentax X-5 has specifications 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 out the Nikon P950 vs Pentax X-5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the P950 versus the X-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P950 and X-5 is 52 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the P950 and X-5.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of files although you might want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher P950 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.