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Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax X70

Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
14
Overall
26
Casio Exilim EX-Z35 front
 
Pentax X70 front
Portability
71
Imaging
35
Features
34
Overall
34

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax X70 Key Specs

Casio EX-Z35
(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
  • Released February 2010
Pentax X70
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 50 - 6400
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
  • 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
  • Released March 2009
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax X70 Overview

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Casio EX-Z35 versus Pentax X70, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was introduced 12 months after the X70 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the EX-Z35 grades versus the X70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z35 over the Pentax X70

 EX-Z35 X70 
ReleasedFebruary 2010March 2009More modern by 12 months

Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Casio EX-Z35

 X70 EX-Z35 
Screen dimension2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Common features in the Casio EX-Z35 and Pentax X70

 EX-Z35 X70 
Manually focus Dial exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z35 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and 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).

Check the Casio EX-Z35 versus Pentax X70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z35 versus the X70.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax X70 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z35 and X70 is 96 and 71 respectively.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax X70 top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison

Typically, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z35 and X70.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern EX-Z35 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax X70 sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax X70 Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax X70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Portrait photography details
Pentax X70 Portrait photography details
27
you can focus manually
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
29
you can focus manually
can't use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Street photography features
Pentax X70 Street photography features
48
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
46
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Casio EX-Z35
Sports photography with Pentax X70
17
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
50
incredible zoom range (26-624mm 24.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
has tracking autofocus
comes with phase detect auto focus
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Travel photography advice
Pentax X70 Travel photography advice
52
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
52
has built in flash
really wide (26mm)
great zoom (624mm)
lack of Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z35
Landscape photography with Pentax X70
28
you can focus manually
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
lack of Time Lapse function
36
you can focus manually
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z35 Vlogging advice
Pentax X70 Vlogging advice
22
wide angle not the best (36mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of mic support
24
really wide (26mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic jack
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Casio EX-Z35 vs Pentax X70 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z35 and Pentax X70
 Casio Exilim EX-Z35Pentax X70
General Information
Brand Name Casio Pentax
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z35 Pentax X70
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2010-02-21 2009-03-02
Body design Ultracompact SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Powered by Exilim Engine 5.0 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 64 50
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-107mm (3.0x) 26-624mm (24.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-5.0
Macro focus distance 10cm 10cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Features
Min shutter speed 4 seconds 4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.20 m 9.10 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft -
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 grams (0.27 pounds) 410 grams (0.90 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 57 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5")
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 D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple Self-timer) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $99 $200