Panasonic FH20 vs Pentax X-5

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic FH20 versus Pentax X-5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FH20 (14MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH20 was brought out 3 years prior to the X-5 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH20 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FH20 grades against the X-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH20 and Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH20 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH20 features external dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 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).

Contrast the Panasonic FH20 versus Pentax X-5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH20 compared to the X-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FH20 and X-5 is 93 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The graphic here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH20 and X-5.

To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax X-5 to provide greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The older FH20 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.