Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Pentax P70

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Pentax P70, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the ELPH 150 IS (20MP) and P70 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 150 IS was released 5 years after the P70 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the ELPH 150 IS scores vs the P70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS & Pentax Optio P70. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 150 IS Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 150 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax P70 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 150 IS and the P70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 150 IS and P70 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 150 IS and P70.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon ELPH 150 IS to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 150 IS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.