Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax X70

Here is a thorough overview of the Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX130 IS (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX130 IS was released 18 months later than the X70 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX130 IS being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX130 IS scores vs the X70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX130 IS and Pentax X70. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX130 IS Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX130 IS provides outer dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") with a weight of 308 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Pentax X70 has proportions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX130 IS vs Pentax X70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX130 IS vs the X70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX130 IS and X70 is 85 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The visual here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX130 IS and X70.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files though you would want to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more recent SX130 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.