Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax X70
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Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax X70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Introduced March 2009
Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax X70 Overview
Here is a comprehensive review of the Casio EX-H15 and Pentax X70, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-H15 (14MP) and the X70 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe EX-H15 was brought out 11 months later than the X70 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-H15 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-H15 matches up versus the X70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax X70 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H15 & Pentax X70. The entire galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H15 Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Pentax X70
EX-H15 | X70 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | March 2009 | Fresher by 11 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Casio EX-H15
X70 | EX-H15 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Pentax X70
EX-H15 | X70 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-H15 has got external dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Pentax X70 has sizing of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-H15 and Pentax X70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the EX-H15 vs the X70.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-H15 and X70 is 93 and 71 respectively.
Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H15 and X70.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Casio EX-H15 to offer extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern EX-H15 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax X70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Casio EX-H15 vs Pentax X70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Pentax X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Pentax X70 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2009-03-02 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 50 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 9.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 161 gr (0.35 lbs) | 410 gr (0.90 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-90 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $300 | $200 |