Fujifilm S8600 vs Pentax X70
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Fujifilm S8600 vs Pentax X70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-900mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 450g - 121 x 81 x 65mm
- Launched January 2014
(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
- Launched March 2009

Fujifilm S8600 vs Pentax X70 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Fujifilm S8600 versus Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S8600 (16MP) and X70 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S8600 was launched 4 years later than the X70 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm S8600 grades vs the X70 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm S8600 vs Pentax X70 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix S8600 & Pentax X70. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S8600 Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8600 over the Pentax X70
Fujifilm S8600 | X70 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | ![]() | March 2009 | Fresher by 60 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Fujifilm S8600
X70 | Fujifilm S8600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm S8600 and Pentax X70
Fujifilm S8600 | X70 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Fujifilm S8600 vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm S8600 enjoys outside dimensions of 121mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has specifications of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm S8600 versus Pentax X70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm S8600 compared to the X70.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S8600 and X70 is 76 and 71 respectively.

Fujifilm S8600 vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S8600 and X70.
To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S8600 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm S8600 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Fujifilm S8600 vs Pentax X70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm S8600 vs Pentax X70 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | Pentax X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix S8600 | Pentax X70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2014-01-06 | 2009-03-02 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-900mm (36.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 8.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 9.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro | - |
External flash | ||
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 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | 450 grams (0.99 lb) | 410 grams (0.90 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 81 x 65mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 2.6") | 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 life | 410 pictures | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 3 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $200 | $200 |