Pentax X-5 vs Sony NEX-F3

Lets look a bit more closely at the Pentax X-5 and Sony NEX-F3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the X-5 (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The X-5 was manufactured within a month of the NEX-F3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the X-5 scores vs the NEX-F3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X-5 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax X-5 features exterior 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) while the Sony NEX-F3 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X-5 and Sony NEX-F3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the X-5 vs the NEX-F3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and NEX-F3 is 65 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by looking at technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the X-5 and NEX-F3.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor measurements. The X-5 has the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF more challenging.