Pentax X-5 vs Sigma fp L

Its time to look much closer at the Pentax X-5 versus Sigma fp L, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and fp L (61MP) and the X-5 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) provide different sensor sizes.

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The X-5 was released 9 years earlier than the fp L which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the X-5 scores vs the fp L for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X-5 and Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax X-5 comes with outside measurements 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 Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Examine the Pentax X-5 versus Sigma fp L in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the X-5 versus the fp L.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and fp L is 65 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by going over specifications. The image below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and fp L.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X-5 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sigma fp L will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 45MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged X-5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.