Canon SD780 IS vs Pentax P70

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon SD780 IS versus Pentax P70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SD780 IS (12MP) and the P70 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD780 IS was unveiled at a similar time to the P70 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the SD780 IS scores against the P70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD780 IS & Pentax Optio P70. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SD780 IS Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SD780 IS enjoys exterior dimensions of 87mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Pentax P70 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the SD780 IS compared to the P70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SD780 IS and P70 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The pic below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD780 IS and P70.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of images although you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration.