Pentax X-5 vs Sony A560

Here is a thorough assessment of the Pentax X-5 vs Sony A560, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the A560 (14MP) is very comparable but the X-5 (1/2.3") and A560 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The X-5 was introduced 2 years later than the A560 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short view of how the X-5 grades vs the A560 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Sony A560 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax X-5 offers exterior dimensions 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 A560 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X-5 vs Sony A560 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the X-5 compared to the A560.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and A560 is 65 and 64 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the X-5 and A560.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X-5 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Pentax X-5 will show extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher X-5 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.