Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax X70
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax X70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 204g - 105 x 59 x 29mm
- Released July 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Revealed March 2009
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax X70 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Casio and Pentax. The image resolution of the EX-ZR100 (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-ZR100 was released 2 years after the X70 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR100 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the EX-ZR100 matches up versus the X70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax X70 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 & Pentax X70. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR100 Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR100 over the Pentax X70
EX-ZR100 | X70 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | March 2009 | Newer by 29 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 461k | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Casio EX-ZR100
X70 | EX-ZR100 |
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Common features in the Casio EX-ZR100 and Pentax X70
EX-ZR100 | X70 | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-ZR100 has physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has measurements 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 the Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax X70 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR100 versus the X70.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZR100 and X70 is 92 and 71 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-ZR100 and X70.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The fresher EX-ZR100 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-ZR100 vs Pentax X70 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Pentax X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR100 | Pentax X70 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2009-03-02 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine HS | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-300mm (12.5x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 40.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 432 x 320 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 64 (480, 1000 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 204 gr (0.45 lb) | 410 gr (0.90 lb) |
Dimensions | 105 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 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 | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, Triple) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $300 | $200 |