Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax E70
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Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax E70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Released August 2009
(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

Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax E70 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Nikon S1000pj versus Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the E70 (10MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S1000pj was brought out 8 months after the E70 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S1000pj matches up vs the E70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax E70 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj & Pentax Optio E70. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Pentax E70
S1000pj | E70 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 8 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax E70 over the Nikon S1000pj
E70 | S1000pj |
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Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Pentax E70
S1000pj | E70 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax E70 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon S1000pj enjoys outer measurements of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax E70 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
See the Nikon S1000pj versus Pentax E70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the S1000pj and the E70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1000pj and E70 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax E70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S1000pj and E70.
Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Nikon S1000pj to show greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher S1000pj is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax E70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S1000pj vs Pentax E70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Pentax Optio E70 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Pentax Optio E70 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-04 | 2009-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | - |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.4 inch |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 112 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 94 x 61 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 ID | EN-EL12 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $289 | $140 |