Nikon S620 vs Pentax E70
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Nikon S620 vs Pentax E70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F2.7-5.8) lens
- 120g - 90 x 53 x 23mm
- Released February 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
- Launched January 2009

Nikon S620 vs Pentax E70 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Nikon S620 versus Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S620 (12MP) and the E70 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S620 was launched at a similar time to the E70 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S620 grades against the E70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S620 vs Pentax E70 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S620 & Pentax Optio E70. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S620 Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S620 over the Pentax E70
S620 | E70 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Sharper screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax E70 over the Nikon S620
E70 | S620 |
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Common features in the Nikon S620 and Pentax E70
S620 | E70 | |||
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Launched | February 2009 | ![]() | January 2009 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Nikon S620 vs Pentax E70 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S620 has got outer measurements of 90mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Pentax E70 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S620 versus Pentax E70 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the S620 against the E70.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the S620 and E70 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Nikon S620 vs Pentax E70 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S620 and E70.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon S620 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively.

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Nikon S620 vs Pentax E70 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S620 | Pentax Optio E70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S620 | Pentax Optio E70 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-03 | 2009-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 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 | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.7-5.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 2cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.4 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 112k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 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 | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 120 grams (0.26 lb) | 175 grams (0.39 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 53 x 23mm (3.5" x 2.1" 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 (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $37 | $140 |