Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax P70
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax P70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 99 x 57 x 20mm
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 155g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched March 2009

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax P70 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax P70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the P70 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The EX-Z35 was announced 12 months later than the P70 so they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the EX-Z35 scores vs the P70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax P70 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Pentax Optio P70. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Pentax P70
EX-Z35 | P70 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | ![]() | March 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax P70 over the Casio EX-Z35
P70 | EX-Z35 | |||
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Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Pentax P70
EX-Z35 | P70 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax P70 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z35 provides outer measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax P70 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax P70 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z35 and the P70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z35 and P70 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax P70 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The graphic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z35 and P70.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of files but you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The fresher EX-Z35 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax P70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax P70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Pentax Optio P70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z35 | Pentax Optio P70 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-02-21 | 2009-03-02 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | - |
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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.20 m | 4.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 gr (0.27 pounds) | 155 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-82 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $99 | $200 |