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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
28
Overall
33
Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 front
 
Pentax Optio P70 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z2000
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
  • 152g - 99 x 58 x 17mm
  • Launched January 2010
Pentax P70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-110mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 155g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
  • Revealed March 2009
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70 Overview

Here is a detailed overview of the Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z2000 (14MP) and the P70 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z2000 was launched 11 months later than the P70 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a simple view of how the EX-Z2000 matches up vs the P70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z2000 over the Pentax P70

 EX-Z2000 P70 
RevealedJanuary 2010March 2009Fresher by 11 months
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution461k230kClearer screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax P70 over the Casio EX-Z2000

 P70 EX-Z2000 

Common features in the Casio EX-Z2000 and Pentax P70

 EX-Z2000 P70 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lacking Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z2000 offers exterior dimensions of 99mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Pentax P70 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-Z2000 versus the P70.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z2000 and P70 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z2000 and P70.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Casio EX-Z2000 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger EX-Z2000 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Casio EX-Z2000
Portrait photography with Pentax P70
35
you can focus manually
MP count good (14MP)
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
27
you can focus manually
no manual control
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Street photography advice
Pentax P70 Street photography advice
55
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
heavier than competition in class (152 grams)
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
more heavy than average (155 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Sports photography advice
Pentax P70 Sports photography advice
38
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14MP)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
17
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Travel photography factors
Pentax P70 Travel photography factors
62
MP count good (14MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (26mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (152g)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
56
flash built-in
fairly wide (28mm)
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than average (155g)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax P70 as a Landscape photography camera
47
you can focus manually
decently wide (26mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count good (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
manual mode not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
32
you can focus manually
fairly wide (28mm)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7")
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z2000 Vlogging factors
Pentax P70 Vlogging factors
28
decently wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have mic jack
heavier than competition in class (152 grams)
25
fairly wide (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
no external microphone port
more heavy than average (155 grams)
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Casio EX-Z2000 vs Pentax P70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z2000 and Pentax P70
 Casio Exilim EX-Z2000Pentax Optio P70
General Information
Brand Casio Pentax
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z2000 Pentax Optio P70
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-01-06 2009-03-02
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 64
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 26-130mm (5.0x) 28-110mm (3.9x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-6.5 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focus range - 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Display resolution 461 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range - 4.60 m
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 × 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 152 gr (0.34 pounds) 155 gr (0.34 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NP-110 -
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $0 $200