Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax X70
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Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax X70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 124g - 91 x 52 x 20mm
- Launched August 2010
(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
- Announced March 2009

Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax X70 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Casio EX-Z800 and Pentax X70, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z800 (14MP) and the X70 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The EX-Z800 was unveiled 18 months later than the X70 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z800 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the EX-Z800 matches up versus the X70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax X70 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z800 and Pentax X70. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z800 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z800 over the Pentax X70
EX-Z800 | X70 | |||
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Announced | August 2010 | ![]() | March 2009 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Casio EX-Z800
X70 | EX-Z800 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-Z800 and Pentax X70
EX-Z800 | X70 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-Z800 offers physical dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has proportions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Check out the Casio EX-Z800 and Pentax X70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z800 vs the X70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z800 and X70 is 96 and 71 respectively.

Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-Z800 and X70.
Plainly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-Z800 to resolve greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer EX-Z800 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

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Casio EX-Z800 vs Pentax X70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Pentax X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Casio | Pentax |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-Z800 | Pentax X70 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-08-03 | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 50 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-108mm (4.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 9.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 f ps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 124 gr (0.27 lbs) | 410 gr (0.90 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 91 x 52 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") |
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 | ||
Battery ID | NP-120 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $150 | $200 |