Pentax X-5 vs Sony A9
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Pentax X-5 vs Sony A9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-580mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 595g - 119 x 86 x 107mm
- Introduced August 2012
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
- Announced April 2017
- Updated by Sony A9 II

Pentax X-5 vs Sony A9 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Pentax X-5 versus Sony A9, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and A9 (24MP) and the X-5 (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor measurements.

The X-5 was launched 5 years prior to the A9 and that is a fairly significant gap 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 A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the X-5 grades vs the A9 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Pentax X-5 vs Sony A9 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 and Sony Alpha A9. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the Sony A9
X-5 | A9 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Pentax X-5
A9 | X-5 | |||
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Announced | April 2017 | ![]() | August 2012 | Fresher by 56 months |
Display resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+980k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax X-5 and Sony A9
X-5 | A9 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen |
Pentax X-5 vs Sony A9 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax X-5 offers exterior measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Sony A9 has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") accompanied by a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).
Examine the Pentax X-5 versus Sony A9 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the X-5 versus the A9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and A9 is 65 and 65 respectively.

Pentax X-5 vs Sony A9 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The visual below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and A9.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X-5 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Sony A9 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older X-5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Pentax X-5 vs Sony A9 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax X-5 vs Sony A9 Specifications
Pentax X-5 | Sony Alpha A9 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax X-5 | Sony Alpha A9 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-08-22 | 2017-04-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 22-580mm (26.4x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 230 thousand dots | 3,686 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/8000s |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 20.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 595g (1.31 pounds) | 673g (1.48 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 119 x 86 x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 92 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3517 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 650 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 4 x AA | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Card slots | Single | 2 |
Cost at release | $230 | $4,498 |