Casio EX-Z270 vs Pentax P70

Below, we are contrasting the Casio EX-Z270 versus Pentax P70, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and the P70 (12MP) is fairly comparable but the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and P70 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z270 was announced within a month of the P70 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the EX-Z270 grades vs the P70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 & Pentax Optio P70. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z270 features outer measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) while the Pentax P70 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Casio EX-Z270 versus Pentax P70 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the EX-Z270 versus the P70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z270 and P70 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z270 and P70.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z270 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Pentax P70 will produce more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively.