Pentax X-5 vs Sony H50

Lets take a closer look at the Pentax X-5 versus Sony H50, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and H50 (9MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was released 3 years after the H50 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony H50 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the X-5 grades against the H50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Sony H50 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax X-5 has got outside dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sony H50 has specifications of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") having a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X-5 versus Sony H50 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the X-5 compared to the H50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X-5 and H50 is 65 and 69 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-5 and H50.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax X-5 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more modern X-5 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.