Pentax X-5 vs Sigma Quattro H

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Pentax X-5 vs Sigma Quattro H, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and Quattro H (45MP) and the X-5 (1/2.3") and Quattro H (APS-H) possess different sensor size.

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The X-5 was announced 4 years earlier than the Quattro H which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sigma Quattro H being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the X-5 grades against the Quattro H with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X-5 & Sigma sd Quattro H. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Sigma Quattro H Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax X-5 provides exterior dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro H has specifications of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X-5 vs Sigma Quattro H in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the X-5 vs the Quattro H.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and Quattro H is 65 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specifications. The pic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the X-5 and Quattro H.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The X-5 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sigma Quattro H will offer more detail with its extra 29 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged X-5 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.