Pentax X-5 vs Sony W650

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Pentax X-5 versus Sony W650, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the W650 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was unveiled 8 months later than the W650 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the X-5 matches up vs the W650 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The full galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony W650 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax X-5 provides physical measurements of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Sony W650 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check out the Pentax X-5 versus Sony W650 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the X-5 compared to the W650.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and W650 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The graphic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and W650.

All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The newer X-5 should have a benefit in sensor tech.