Pentax X-5 vs Sony T99

Here is a complete comparison of the Pentax X-5 versus Sony T99, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the T99 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was released 2 years later than the T99 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony T99 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the X-5 grades vs the T99 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X-5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The complete galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax X-5 has got external dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sony T99 has sizing of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the X-5 and the T99.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and T99 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The visual underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-5 and T99.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Pentax X-5 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots more aggressively. The fresher X-5 should have an edge in sensor innovation.