Pentax X-5 vs Sony A7R IV
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Pentax X-5 vs Sony A7R IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-580mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 595g - 119 x 86 x 107mm
- Revealed August 2012
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 665g - 129 x 96 x 78mm
- Launched July 2019
- Succeeded the Sony A7R III
- Later Model is Sony A7R V

Pentax X-5 vs Sony A7R IV Overview
Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Pentax X-5 and Sony A7R IV, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the X-5 (1/2.3") and A7R IV (Full frame) use different sensor sizes.

The X-5 was brought out 7 years earlier than the A7R IV and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the X-5 grades vs the A7R IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax X-5 vs Sony A7R IV Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the Sony A7R IV
X-5 | A7R IV |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7R IV over the Pentax X-5
A7R IV | X-5 | |||
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Launched | July 2019 | ![]() | August 2012 | Fresher by 83 months |
Display resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+980k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax X-5 and Sony A7R IV
X-5 | A7R IV | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Pentax X-5 vs Sony A7R IV Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax X-5 comes with 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 Sony A7R IV has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax X-5 and Sony A7R IV in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the X-5 against the A7R IV.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and A7R IV is 65 and 62 respectively.

Pentax X-5 vs Sony A7R IV Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-5 and A7R IV.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X-5 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony A7R IV will offer greater detail having its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older X-5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Pentax X-5 vs Sony A7R IV Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax X-5 vs Sony A7R IV Specifications
Pentax X-5 | Sony Alpha A7R IV | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax X-5 | Sony Alpha A7R IV |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-08-22 | 2019-07-16 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 9504 x 6336 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 32000 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 102800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 567 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 22-580mm (26.4x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 1,440k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 230k dot | 5,760k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 595g (1.31 pounds) | 665g (1.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 119 x 86 x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") | 129 x 96 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 99 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3344 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | 670 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | Single | Dual |
Retail pricing | $230 | $3,498 |