Pentax X-5 vs Sony A68

Following is a detailed overview of the Pentax X-5 vs Sony A68, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the X-5 (16MP) and A68 (24MP) and the X-5 (1/2.3") and A68 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The X-5 was announced 4 years earlier than the A68 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A68 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the X-5 scores against the A68 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X-5 and Sony SLT-A68. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Sony A68 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax X-5 comes with exterior 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 A68 has sizing of 143mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.2") and a weight of 610 grams (1.34 lbs).

Compare the Pentax X-5 vs Sony A68 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the X-5 and the A68.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X-5 and A68 is 65 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X-5 and A68.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The X-5 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A68 will offer extra detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged X-5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.