Pentax X-5 vs Sony WX10

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Pentax X-5 and Sony WX10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was introduced 20 months after the WX10 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the X-5 grades against the WX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X-5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Pentax X-5 provides outside 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 WX10 has specifications of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Pentax X-5 and Sony WX10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the X-5 vs the WX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the X-5 and WX10 is 65 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the X-5 and WX10.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs but you have to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The newer X-5 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.