Casio EX-ZR700 vs Pentax X70

Here, we are evaluating the Casio EX-ZR700 and Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Casio and Pentax. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the EX-ZR700 (16MP) and X70 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZR700 was introduced 3 years after the X70 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-ZR700 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-ZR700 scores against the X70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR700 & Pentax X70. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR700 Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZR700 enjoys outer dimensions of 108mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Pentax X70 has proportions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-ZR700 against the X70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-ZR700 and X70 is 91 and 71 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-ZR700 and X70.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Casio EX-ZR700 to give you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent EX-ZR700 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.