Olympus SZ-16 iHS vs Pentax X-5

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ-16 iHS (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-16 iHS was unveiled 5 months later than the X-5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-16 iHS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SZ-16 iHS matches up versus the X-5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-16 iHS and Pentax X-5. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-16 iHS has outside dimensions of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax X-5 has dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-16 iHS versus Pentax X-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SZ-16 iHS vs the X-5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-16 iHS and X-5 is 89 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The graphic here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the SZ-16 iHS and X-5.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you really should take the release date of the cameras into account.