Nikon S4100 vs Pentax P70
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Nikon S4100 vs Pentax P70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed February 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 155g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Released March 2009
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Lets look more closely at the Nikon S4100 vs Pentax P70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the S4100 (14MP) and the P70 (12MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S4100 was released 24 months later than the P70 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S4100 scores vs the P70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S4100 and Pentax Optio P70. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S4100 Gallery and Pentax P70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4100 over the Pentax P70
| S4100 | P70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2011 |  | March 2009 | More recent by 24 months |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax P70 over the Nikon S4100
| P70 | S4100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S4100 and Pentax P70
| S4100 | P70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon S4100 vs Pentax P70 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S4100 offers exterior dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Pentax P70 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S4100 vs Pentax P70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the S4100 compared to the P70.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S4100 and P70 is 99 and 95 respectively.
Nikon S4100 vs Pentax P70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading specs. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S4100 and P70.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon S4100 to offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent S4100 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Nikon S4100 vs Pentax P70 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Pentax Optio P70 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4100 | Pentax Optio P70 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2011-02-09 | 2009-03-02 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Expeed C2 | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-110mm (3.9x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m | 4.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | - |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | - | 155 grams (0.34 lb) |
| Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
| 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 life | 190 photos | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD / SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $140 | $200 |
