Nikon L32 vs Pentax P70

Below, we will be evaluating the Nikon L32 versus Pentax P70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Pentax. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the L32 (20MP) and P70 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The L32 was revealed 5 years later than the P70 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the L32 scores vs the P70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L32 and Pentax Optio P70. The full galleries are available at Nikon L32 Gallery and Pentax P70 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon L32 offers external measurements of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Pentax P70 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the L32 and the P70.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L32 and P70 is 93 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L32 and P70.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Nikon L32 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer L32 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.