Panasonic FZ70 vs Pentax X-5

Lets examine more closely at the Panasonic FZ70 and Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ70 (16MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ70 was introduced 11 months after the X-5 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FZ70 matches up versus the X-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 and Pentax X-5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery and Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ70 enjoys outer dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) whilst 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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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the FZ70 against the X-5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ70 and X-5 is 63 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ70 and X-5.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of files but you will need to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent FZ70 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.