Pentax X-5 vs Sony A900

Here is a extensive comparison of the Pentax X-5 vs Sony A900, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and A900 (25MP) and the X-5 (1/2.3") and A900 (Full frame) have different sensor sizes.

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The X-5 was revealed 3 years later than the A900 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the X-5 matches up vs the A900 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A900. The full galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony A900 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X-5 has outer measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sony A900 has dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") along with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the X-5 compared to the A900.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the X-5 and A900 is 65 and 54 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and A900.

Clearly, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X-5 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A900 will produce greater detail because of its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern X-5 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.