Nikon S30 vs Pentax E70
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33 Features
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Nikon S30 vs Pentax E70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2012
(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 S30 vs Pentax E70 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon S30 versus Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S30 (10MP) and the E70 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the S30 (1/3") and E70 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.
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Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S30 scores versus the E70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon S30 vs Pentax E70 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S30 and Pentax Optio E70. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S30 Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Pentax E70
S30 | E70 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | January 2009 | Fresher by 38 months | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 112k | Sharper screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax E70 over the Nikon S30
E70 | S30 |
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Common features in the Nikon S30 and Pentax E70
S30 | E70 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Nikon S30 vs Pentax E70 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon S30 enjoys external measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax E70 has specifications 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 S30 versus Pentax E70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S30 versus the E70.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S30 and E70 is 90 and 94 respectively.
Nikon S30 vs Pentax E70 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S30 and E70.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The S30 offers the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult. The newer S30 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S30 vs Pentax E70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S30 | Pentax Optio E70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S30 | Pentax Optio E70 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2009-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 17.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.4" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 112k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT-LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.5fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 214 gr (0.47 lbs) | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 94 x 61 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 240 photographs | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $119 | $140 |