Olympus SZ-10 vs Pentax X70

On this page, we will be reviewing the Olympus SZ-10 versus Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the X70 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-10 was unveiled 24 months later than the X70 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SZ-10 grades against the X70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus SZ-10 & Pentax X70. The full galleries are available at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery & Pentax X70 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-10 features outer dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has proportions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-10 versus Pentax X70 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SZ-10 and the X70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-10 and X70 is 90 and 71 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The visual here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-10 and X70.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Olympus SZ-10 to offer you extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer SZ-10 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.