Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Pentax RZ18 and Pentax X-5 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Pentax RZ18 has external dimensions of 97 x 61 x 33 mm (3.82 x 2.4 x 1.3″) and weighs 178 g (0.39 lb / 6.28 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 the Pentax RZ18 and the Pentax X-5. Pentax RZ18 is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 22mm narrower, 25mm shorter and 74mm thinner than Pentax X-5.
Comparison image of the Pentax RZ18 and the Pentax X-5 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Pentax RZ18 and Pentax X-5.
Top View Comparison image of the Pentax RZ18 and the Pentax X-5 Size
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Pentax RZ18 is significantly lighter (417g ) than the Pentax X-5 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
With its weather-sealed body, we believe that the RZ18 has a big advantage over the X-5 which doesn't provide any kind of environmental sealing.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Pentax RZ18 and Pentax X-5's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
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 Pentax RZ18 has a fixed type screen which provides less flexibility in shooting positions compared to X-5.
