Pentax X-5 vs Sigma SD10

On this page, we are matching up the Pentax X-5 vs Sigma SD10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Pentax and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and SD10 (3MP) and the X-5 (1/2.3") and SD10 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The X-5 was released 8 years after the SD10 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the X-5 matches up vs the SD10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X-5 & Sigma SD10. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Sigma SD10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Pentax X-5 offers external dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sigma SD10 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax X-5 vs Sigma SD10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the X-5 and the SD10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and SD10 is 65 and 54 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the X-5 and SD10.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X-5 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Pentax X-5 will provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent X-5 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.