Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E70
95 Imaging
33 Features
13 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
11 Overall
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Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced July 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 175g - 94 x 61 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2009

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E70 Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm Z35 (10MP) and the E70 (10MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm Z35 was released 7 months after the E70 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm Z35 grades against the E70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E70 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix Z35 and Pentax Optio E70. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm Z35 Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z35 over the Pentax E70
Fujifilm Z35 | E70 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 7 months |
Screen dimension | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.1") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax E70 over the Fujifilm Z35
E70 | Fujifilm Z35 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm Z35 and Pentax E70
Fujifilm Z35 | E70 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E70 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm Z35 has exterior dimensions of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) while the Pentax E70 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm Z35 against the E70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm Z35 and E70 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E70 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The pic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm Z35 and E70.
All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files though you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern Fujifilm Z35 will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm Z35 vs Pentax E70 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Pentax Optio E70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z35 | Pentax Optio E70 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-07-22 | 2009-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.7-4.2 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 8cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 2.4" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 112 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 3s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | - |
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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 125g (0.28 lb) | 175g (0.39 lb) |
Dimensions | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 94 x 61 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
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 | NP-45A | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $130 | $140 |