Canon S90 vs Pentax E70

Following is a thorough review of the Canon S90 versus Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S90 (10MP) and the E70 (10MP) is very comparable but the S90 (1/1.7") and E70 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S90 was unveiled 16 months after the E70 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the S90 matches up versus the E70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S90 and Pentax Optio E70. The full galleries are viewable at Canon S90 Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon S90 has got physical measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax E70 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check out the Canon S90 versus Pentax E70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S90 versus the E70.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S90 and E70 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S90 and E70.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same MP but not the same sensor sizes. The S90 features the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF less difficult. The more modern S90 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.