Fujifilm T500 vs Pentax E70

In this article, we will be looking at the Fujifilm T500 and Pentax E70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm T500 (16MP) and E70 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm T500 was brought out 4 years after the E70 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm T500 matches up versus the E70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix T500 & Pentax Optio E70. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm T500 Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm T500 has exterior dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Pentax E70 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm T500 versus the E70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm T500 and E70 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm T500 and E70.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm T500 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm T500 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.