Olympus FE-45 vs Pentax E70

Below is a extended analysis of the Olympus FE-45 and Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The resolution of the FE-45 (10MP) and the E70 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FE-45 was launched very close to the E70 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FE-45 grades against the E70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-45 & Pentax Optio E70. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-45 Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-45 has got outside measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax E70 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus FE-45 and Pentax E70 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-45 compared to the E70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-45 and E70 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-45 and E70.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of files though you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account.