Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax X-5

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FZ100 vs Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FZ100 was manufactured 3 years before the X-5 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FZ100 scores vs the X-5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ100 offers outside measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Pentax X-5 has sizing of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ100 versus the X-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ100 and X-5 is 67 and 65 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ100 and X-5.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Pentax X-5 to give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.