Pentax X-5 vs Sigma DP2x

Here, we will be looking at the Pentax X-5 versus Sigma DP2x, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and DP2x (5MP) and the X-5 (1/2.3") and DP2x (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The X-5 was manufactured 19 months later than the DP2x which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma DP2x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the X-5 scores versus the DP2x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X-5 & Sigma DP2x. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Sigma DP2x Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax X-5 offers exterior measurements 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 Sigma DP2x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X-5 versus Sigma DP2x in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the X-5 and the DP2x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and DP2x is 65 and 86 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and DP2x.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X-5 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax X-5 will offer you greater detail due to its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern X-5 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.