Pentax X-5 vs Sony TX66

Following is a extensive assessment of the Pentax X-5 versus Sony TX66, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the TX66 (18MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was brought out 6 months after the TX66 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the X-5 scores against the TX66 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax X-5 comes with 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) while the Sony TX66 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the X-5 versus the TX66.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and TX66 is 65 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-5 and TX66.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony TX66 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively.