Size and weight is a big decision factor when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, We are going to illustrate Nikon S9100 and Pentax X-5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Nikon S9100 has external dimensions of 105 x 62 x 35 mm (4.13 x 2.44 x 1.38″) and weighs 214 g (0.47 lb / 7.55 oz) (including batteries). Pentax X-5 has external dimensions of 119 x 86 x 107 mm (4.69 x 3.39 x 4.21″) and weighs 595 g (1.31 lb / 20.99 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front view size comparison of Nikon S9100 and Pentax X-5. Nikon S9100 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 14mm narrower, 24mm shorter and 72mm thinner than Pentax X-5.
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Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Pentax X-5 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Nikon S9100 and Pentax X-5.
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Top View Comparison image of Nikon S9100 and Pentax X-5 Size
Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Nikon S9100 is significantly lighter (381g ) than the Pentax X-5 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither Nikon Coolpix S9100 nor Pentax X-5 provides any type of weather sealing in their body, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing Top Bridge Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Nikon S9100 and Pentax X-5's LCD screens has the same diagonal size of 3".
On the other hand, Pentax X-5 features a
Tilting screen where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over the head levels whereas the Nikon S9100 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to X-5.