Kodak Sport vs Pentax E70
92 Imaging
35 Features
13 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
11 Overall
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Kodak Sport vs Pentax E70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1250
- 640 x 480 video
- 35mm (F3.0) lens
- 175g - 147 x 58 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2011
(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
- Introduced January 2009

Kodak Sport vs Pentax E70 Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Kodak Sport versus Pentax E70, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Kodak and Pentax. The resolution of the Sport (12MP) and the E70 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The Sport was manufactured 2 years after the E70 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Sport matches up against the E70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Kodak Sport vs Pentax E70 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Kodak EasyShare Sport and Pentax Optio E70. The entire galleries are available at Kodak Sport Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Sport over the Pentax E70
Sport | E70 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax E70 over the Kodak Sport
E70 | Sport |
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Common features in the Kodak Sport and Pentax E70
Sport | E70 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.4" | ![]() | 2.4" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 112k | ![]() | 112k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Kodak Sport vs Pentax E70 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Kodak Sport offers physical dimensions of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Pentax E70 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Analyze the Kodak Sport versus Pentax E70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Sport compared to the E70.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Sport and E70 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Kodak Sport vs Pentax E70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Sport and E70.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Kodak Sport to give more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer Sport is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Kodak Sport vs Pentax E70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Sport vs Pentax E70 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Sport | Pentax Optio E70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Kodak | Pentax |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Sport | Pentax Optio E70 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-01-04 | 2009-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1250 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35mm (1x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.4 inch | 2.4 inch |
Resolution of screen | 112k dots | 112k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 2.40 m (@ ISO 360) | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 147 x 58 x 23mm (5.8" 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 | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $155 | $140 |