Pentax RZ10 vs Pentax X-5

Lets take a closer look at the Pentax RZ10 versus Pentax X-5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the RZ10 (14MP) and the X-5 (16MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The RZ10 was brought out 13 months earlier than the X-5 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax RZ10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the RZ10 scores against the X-5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio RZ10 & Pentax X-5. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax RZ10 Gallery & Pentax X-5 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Pentax RZ10 enjoys outside dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax X-5 has dimensions 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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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the RZ10 vs the X-5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RZ10 and X-5 is 92 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the RZ10 and X-5.

To sum up, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Pentax X-5 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged RZ10 is going to be behind in sensor technology.