Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax X-5

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax X-5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the LZ40 (20MP) and X-5 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The LZ40 was announced 17 months later than the X-5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the LZ40 matches up vs the X-5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 & Pentax X-5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic LZ40 comes with outer dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has specifications of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the LZ40 vs the X-5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LZ40 and X-5 is 67 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The graphic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the LZ40 and X-5.

All in all, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic LZ40 to produce extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer LZ40 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.