Nikon S9300 vs Pentax X-5

Here, we are looking at the Nikon S9300 and Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S9300 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was manufactured around the same time to the X-5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon S9300 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S9300 scores versus the X-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S9300 offers exterior dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has specifications of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Examine the Nikon S9300 and Pentax X-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S9300 and the X-5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S9300 and X-5 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S9300 and X-5.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos however you would want to consider the release date of the products into consideration.