Nikon S9300 vs Pentax X70

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Nikon S9300 versus Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S9300 (16MP) and X70 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S9300 was introduced 3 years later than the X70 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon S9300 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S9300 scores against the X70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S9300 and Pentax X70. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S9300 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S9300 enjoys outside measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has sizing of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S9300 compared to the X70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S9300 and X70 is 91 and 71 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S9300 and X70.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S9300 to give extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The younger S9300 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.