Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70

In this article, we are looking at the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the XZ-2 iHS (12MP) and the E70 (10MP) is fairly close but the XZ-2 iHS (1/1.7") and E70 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The XZ-2 iHS was introduced 4 years after the E70 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the XZ-2 iHS grades vs the E70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Pentax Optio E70. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus XZ-2 iHS Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Olympus XZ-2 iHS features outside dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") along with a weight of 346 grams (0.76 lbs) whilst the Pentax E70 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

See the Olympus XZ-2 iHS versus Pentax E70 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the XZ-2 iHS vs the E70.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-2 iHS and E70 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by researching specs. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the XZ-2 iHS and E70.

All in all, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The XZ-2 iHS using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus XZ-2 iHS will render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer XZ-2 iHS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.