Leica C vs Pentax E70

Below is a extended assessment of the Leica C versus Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Leica and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the C (12MP) and the E70 (10MP) is very comparable but the C (1/1.7") and E70 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The C was introduced 4 years later than the E70 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the C scores versus the E70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica C & Pentax Optio E70. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica C Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Leica C enjoys exterior dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and 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).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the C against the E70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the C and E70 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements purely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the C and E70.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The C using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica C will provide extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern C will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.