Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax P70

On this page, we will be matching up the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax P70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the P70 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was unveiled 23 months after the P70 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the SP-610UZ matches up vs the P70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ & Pentax Optio P70. The full galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-610UZ features outside measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax P70 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SP-610UZ versus the P70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SP-610UZ and P70 is 79 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The pic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-610UZ and P70.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Olympus SP-610UZ to provide greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern SP-610UZ is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.