Olympus SP-610UZ vs Pentax X70

Below, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-610UZ and Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the X70 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was brought out 23 months after the X70 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-610UZ being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SP-610UZ matches up versus the X70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SP-610UZ & Pentax X70. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Olympus SP-610UZ features physical dimensions of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Pentax X70 has specifications 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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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the SP-610UZ and the X70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SP-610UZ and X70 is 79 and 71 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The pic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SP-610UZ and X70.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Olympus SP-610UZ to resolve extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent SP-610UZ provides a benefit in sensor technology.