Pentax X-5 vs Sony WX220

The following is a thorough comparison of the Pentax X-5 vs Sony WX220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the WX220 (18MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was brought out 17 months before the WX220 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the X-5 matches up against the WX220 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X-5 provides 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) and the Sony WX220 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X-5 vs Sony WX220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the X-5 vs the WX220.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and WX220 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the X-5 and WX220.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX220 to provide you with more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged X-5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.