Pentax X-5 vs Sony W530

Here, we will be analyzing the Pentax X-5 vs Sony W530, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the W530 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was announced 20 months after the W530 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the X-5 matches up against the W530 when it comes 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-W530. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax X-5 enjoys external measurements 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 W530 has sizing of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X-5 vs Sony W530 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the X-5 versus the W530.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the X-5 and W530 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and W530.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Pentax X-5 to offer more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer X-5 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.