Pentax X-5 vs Sony H200

Its time to look a little more closely at the Pentax X-5 vs Sony H200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the H200 (20MP) is very similar and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was revealed 4 months earlier than the H200 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the X-5 grades against the H200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The full galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax X-5 features outside measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Sony H200 has measurements of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax X-5 vs Sony H200 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the X-5 and the H200.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and H200 is 65 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the X-5 and H200.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony H200 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively.