Pentax X-5 vs Sony RX100 V

Following is a in depth overview of the Pentax X-5 vs Sony RX100 V, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the RX100 V (20MP) is very comparable but the X-5 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The X-5 was manufactured 5 years before the RX100 V which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the X-5 grades against the RX100 V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax X-5 provides exterior dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sony RX100 V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the X-5 versus the RX100 V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and RX100 V is 65 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the X-5 and RX100 V.

To sum up, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X-5 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony RX100 V will provide extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged X-5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.