Olympus FE-45 vs Pentax X70

Here is a extended assessment of the Olympus FE-45 and Pentax X70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the FE-45 (10MP) and the X70 (12MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FE-45 was brought out around the same time to the X70 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus FE-45 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the FE-45 grades vs the X70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus FE-45 and Pentax X70. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus FE-45 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus FE-45 comes with outside measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has proportions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Check out the Olympus FE-45 and Pentax X70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FE-45 versus the X70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FE-45 and X70 is 95 and 71 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-45 and X70.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax X70 to give greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively.