Pentax X-5 vs Sony A7R II

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Pentax X-5 and Sony A7R II, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the X-5 (1/2.3") and A7R II (Full frame) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The X-5 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the A7R II which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the X-5 scores against the A7R II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X-5 & Sony Alpha A7R II. The full galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Sony A7R II Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Pentax X-5 has got outside 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 Sony A7R II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax X-5 and Sony A7R II in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the X-5 versus the A7R II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and A7R II is 65 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the X-5 and A7R II.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X-5 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A7R II will provide you with extra detail having an extra 26MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged X-5 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.