Pentax X-5 vs Sony RX100 II

Following is a extended comparison of the Pentax X-5 vs Sony RX100 II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is fairly well matched but the X-5 (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The X-5 was brought out 10 months prior to the RX100 II which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the X-5 grades vs the RX100 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X-5 comes with physical dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 II has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the X-5 compared to the RX100 II.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and RX100 II is 65 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-5 and RX100 II.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X-5 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony RX100 II will resolve extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged X-5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.