Pentax X-5 vs Sony WX80

Here, we are reviewing the Pentax X-5 versus Sony WX80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X-5 was unveiled 4 months before the WX80 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the X-5 grades against the WX80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax X-5 comes with outside dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Sony WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Pentax X-5 versus Sony WX80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the X-5 and the WX80.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and WX80 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the X-5 and WX80.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account.