Pentax X-5 vs Samsung HZ15W

Here, we are analyzing the Pentax X-5 versus Samsung HZ15W, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and HZ15W (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was released 3 years later than the HZ15W and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the X-5 scores against the HZ15W for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X-5 & Samsung HZ15W. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X-5 has got outside dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the X-5 against the HZ15W.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X-5 and HZ15W is 65 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The visual here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-5 and HZ15W.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Pentax X-5 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher X-5 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.