Pentax X-5 vs Pentax XG-1

Below, we are reviewing the Pentax X-5 and Pentax XG-1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both offered by Pentax. The resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they use the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was revealed 23 months prior to the XG-1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X-5 scores against the XG-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X-5 & Pentax XG-1. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax X-5 comes with outside dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax XG-1 has sizing of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") having a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

See the Pentax X-5 and Pentax XG-1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the X-5 and the XG-1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and XG-1 is 65 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The visual here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the X-5 and XG-1.

All in all, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files although you may want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The older X-5 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.