Canon SD4000 IS vs Pentax E70

Here is a detailed overview of the Canon SD4000 IS versus Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SD4000 IS (10MP) and the E70 (10MP) is very similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SD4000 IS was released 20 months later than the E70 making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the SD4000 IS matches up vs the E70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD4000 IS and Pentax Optio E70. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD4000 IS Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SD4000 IS has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax E70 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Canon SD4000 IS versus Pentax E70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the SD4000 IS vs the E70.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SD4000 IS and E70 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4000 IS and E70.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures though you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent SD4000 IS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.