Fujifilm X-S1 vs Pentax X70
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Fujifilm X-S1 vs Pentax X70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-624mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 920g - 135 x 107 x 149mm
- Released November 2011
(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 X-S1 vs Pentax X70 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-S1 and Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") and X70 (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-S1 was brought out 2 years after the X70 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-S1 matches up vs the X70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm X-S1 vs Pentax X70 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-S1 & Pentax X70. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-S1 over the Pentax X70
Fujifilm X-S1 | X70 | |||
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Announced | November 2011 | ![]() | March 2009 | More modern by 34 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Fujifilm X-S1
X70 | Fujifilm X-S1 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-S1 and Pentax X70
Fujifilm X-S1 | X70 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm X-S1 vs Pentax X70 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-S1 features outer dimensions of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 920 grams (2.03 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).
Examine the Fujifilm X-S1 and Pentax X70 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-S1 vs the X70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-S1 and X70 is 52 and 71 respectively.

Fujifilm X-S1 vs Pentax X70 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The picture here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-S1 and X70.
All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-S1 contains the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF easier. The more recent Fujifilm X-S1 provides an edge in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-S1 vs Pentax X70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-S1 vs Pentax X70 Specifications
Fujifilm X-S1 | Pentax X70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm X-S1 | Pentax X70 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-11-24 | 2009-03-02 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 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 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-624mm (26.0x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m | 9.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 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 data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 920g (2.03 lb) | 410g (0.90 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 107 x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 216 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-95 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $200 |