Pentax X-5 vs Sony QX10

The following is a complete overview of the Pentax X-5 versus Sony QX10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Lens-style by competitors Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was announced 12 months earlier than the QX10 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the X-5 scores versus the QX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax X-5 enjoys outer measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has specifications of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X-5 versus Sony QX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the X-5 and the QX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and QX10 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The pic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and QX10.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony QX10 to give you more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged X-5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.