Pentax X-5 vs Sony RX10 III

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Pentax X-5 and Sony RX10 III, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is very well matched but the X-5 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") posses totally different sensor size.

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The X-5 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the RX10 III which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the X-5 scores against the RX10 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The full galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony RX10 III Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Pentax X-5 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 RX10 III has sizing of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax X-5 and Sony RX10 III in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the X-5 versus the RX10 III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and RX10 III is 65 and 53 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X-5 and RX10 III.

Plainly, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The X-5 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX10 III will give more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged X-5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.