Olympus TG-320 vs Pentax X-5

In this article, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-320 vs Pentax X-5, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TG-320 was introduced 7 months prior to the X-5 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the TG-320 grades versus the X-5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus TG-320 and Pentax X-5. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-320 provides outside measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has proportions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

See the Olympus TG-320 vs Pentax X-5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the TG-320 versus the X-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-320 and X-5 is 94 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-320 and X-5.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax X-5 to produce extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged TG-320 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.