Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax X70
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Fujifilm S9900w 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 Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Announced March 2009

Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax X70 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm S9900w (16MP) and X70 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm S9900w was launched 5 years later than the X70 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm S9900w matches up against the X70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax X70 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm S9900w and Pentax X70. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm S9900w Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9900w over the Pentax X70
Fujifilm S9900w | X70 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | ![]() | March 2009 | More recent by 72 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Fujifilm S9900w
X70 | Fujifilm S9900w |
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Common features in the Fujifilm S9900w and Pentax X70
Fujifilm S9900w | X70 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm S9900w enjoys exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Pentax X70 has sizing of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax X70 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm S9900w vs the X70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm S9900w and X70 is 61 and 71 respectively.

Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9900w and X70.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm S9900w to give greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm S9900w will have an edge in sensor tech.

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Fujifilm S9900w vs Pentax X70 Specifications
Fujifilm S9900w | Pentax X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm S9900w | Pentax X70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-01-14 | 2009-03-02 |
Physical type | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias 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 | 12800 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
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 range | 7cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 920k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97 percent | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 9.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 pounds) | 410g (0.90 pounds) |
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 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | 4 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $719 | $200 |