Olympus VG-110 vs Pentax X70

Here, we will be reviewing the Olympus VG-110 versus Pentax X70, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the VG-110 (12MP) and the X70 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The VG-110 was brought out 24 months later than the X70 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus VG-110 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the VG-110 matches up versus the X70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus VG-110 and Pentax X70. The entire galleries are available at Olympus VG-110 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-110 provides outside measurements of 92mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Pentax X70 has dimensions 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 VG-110 versus Pentax X70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the VG-110 vs the X70.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the VG-110 and X70 is 97 and 71 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The graphic below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-110 and X70.

All in all, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The younger VG-110 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.