Pentax X-5 vs Sony TF1

Below is a in depth comparison of the Pentax X-5 versus Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was brought out 10 months earlier than the TF1 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the X-5 scores against the TF1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X-5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Pentax X-5 features outside measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

See the Pentax X-5 versus Sony TF1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the X-5 against the TF1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X-5 and TF1 is 65 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The visual here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the X-5 and TF1.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution and you can expect comparable quality of files however you will need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The older X-5 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.