Nikon Z7 vs Pentax X-5

In this article, we are reviewing the Nikon Z7 versus Pentax X-5, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and X-5 (16MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and X-5 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The Z7 was announced 6 years after the X-5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Z7 grades vs the X-5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 & Pentax X-5. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z7 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z7 comes with outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while 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).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Z7 against the X-5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z7 and X-5 is 62 and 65 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 and X-5.

To sum up, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z7 using its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z7 will produce more detail with its extra 30MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent Z7 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.