Casio EX-S5 vs Pentax X70

Lets take a more detailed look at the Casio EX-S5 and Pentax X70, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the EX-S5 (9MP) and X70 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was introduced at a similar time to the X70 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-S5 grades against the X70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Pentax X70. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S5 has external measurements of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Pentax X70 has proportions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-S5 and Pentax X70 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-S5 against the X70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and X70 is 97 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-S5 and X70.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax X70 to deliver extra detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively.