Olympus 1 vs Pentax X-5

On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus 1 vs Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the 1 (12MP) and X-5 (16MP) and the 1 (1/1.7") and X-5 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The 1 was brought out 16 months later than the X-5 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 1 scores versus the X-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1 and Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus 1 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus 1 provides physical dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has specifications of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 1 vs Pentax X-5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the 1 and the X-5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1 and X-5 is 79 and 65 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 and X-5.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The 1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Pentax X-5 will give extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The newer 1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.