Pentax KP vs Pentax X-5

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Pentax KP versus Pentax X-5, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the KP (24MP) and X-5 (16MP) and the KP (APS-C) and X-5 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The KP was released 4 years after the X-5 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the KP matches up versus the X-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax KP & Pentax X-5. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax KP Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax KP offers outer measurements of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") and a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Pentax X-5 has proportions 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the KP compared to the X-5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the KP and X-5 is 61 and 65 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The image below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the KP and X-5.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The KP due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Pentax KP will give extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher KP should have an edge in sensor tech.