Casio EX-Z270 vs Pentax X70

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Casio EX-Z270 and Pentax X70, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-Z270 (10MP) and the X70 (12MP) is relatively similar but the EX-Z270 (1/2.5") and X70 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The EX-Z270 was unveiled within a month of the X70 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z270 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the EX-Z270 matches up versus the X70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z270 and Pentax X70. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z270 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z270 features outer measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs) and the Pentax X70 has specifications of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-Z270 and Pentax X70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z270 and the X70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z270 and X70 is 96 and 71 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z270 and X70.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The EX-Z270 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Pentax X70 will offer you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively.