Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X70
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Introduced January 2015
(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
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Below is a detailed comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 and Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and X70 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm S9800 was brought out 5 years later than the X70 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm S9800 matches up vs the X70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the Pentax X70
| Fujifilm S9800 | X70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2015 |  | March 2009 | More recent by 72 months |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Fujifilm S9800
| X70 | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9800 and Pentax X70
| Fujifilm S9800 | X70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Touch display |  | Neither comes with Touch display |
Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm S9800 comes with outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Pentax X70 has dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Compare the Fujifilm S9800 and Pentax X70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 against the X70.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9800 and X70 is 61 and 71 respectively.
Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through technical specs. The visual below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm S9800 and X70.
As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S9800 to provide you with more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm S9800 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Pentax X70 Specifications
| Fujifilm S9800 | Pentax X70 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
| Model type | Fujifilm S9800 | Pentax X70 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2009-03-02 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | 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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 7cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dot | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 9.10 m |
| Flash options | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 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 file format | H.264 | 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 670g (1.48 pounds) | 410g (0.90 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 300 pictures | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at release | $299 | $200 |