Pentax X-5 vs Sony WX30

Following is a extended overview of the Pentax X-5 and Sony WX30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the WX30 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was manufactured 14 months after the WX30 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX30 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the X-5 grades versus the WX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X-5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX30. The entire galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery & Sony WX30 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax X-5 comes with exterior dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Sony WX30 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the X-5 versus the WX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the X-5 and WX30 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X-5 and WX30.

As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures however you should always factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher X-5 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.