Olympus TG-870 vs Pentax X-5

Below, we are contrasting the Olympus TG-870 versus Pentax X-5, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the TG-870 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The TG-870 was manufactured 3 years after the X-5 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-870 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the TG-870 grades versus the X-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough TG-870 and Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-870 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus TG-870 offers physical dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Pentax X-5 has measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus TG-870 versus Pentax X-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the TG-870 compared to the X-5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the TG-870 and X-5 is 91 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-870 and X-5.

Plainly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of images however you have to take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher TG-870 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.