Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax P70
95 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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95 Imaging
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax P70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
(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
- Announced March 2009

Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax P70 Overview
The following is a detailed comparison of the Casio EX-Z550 and Pentax P70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Casio and Pentax. The resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the P70 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The EX-Z550 was introduced 11 months after the P70 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the EX-Z550 scores vs the P70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax P70 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Pentax Optio P70. The whole galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Pentax P70
EX-Z550 | P70 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | March 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax P70 over the Casio EX-Z550
P70 | EX-Z550 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Pentax P70
EX-Z550 | P70 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax P70 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z550 enjoys outer measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax P70 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Casio EX-Z550 and Pentax P70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the EX-Z550 versus the P70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the EX-Z550 and P70 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax P70 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z550 and P70.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Casio EX-Z550 to deliver greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer EX-Z550 provides an advantage in sensor tech.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax P70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z550 vs Pentax P70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Pentax Optio P70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Pentax Optio P70 |
Class | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (15 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 | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 143 grams (0.32 lbs) | 155 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $149 | $200 |