Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70
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![Olympus XZ-2 iHS front Olympus XZ-2 iHS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-XZ-2-iHS/Olympus-XZ-2-iHS-front.jpg)
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Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F1.8-2.5) lens
- 346g - 113 x 65 x 48mm
- Announced December 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 175g - 94 x 61 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2009
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Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 Overview
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.
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Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-2 iHS over the Pentax E70
XZ-2 iHS | E70 | |||
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Introduced | December 2012 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 49 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.4" | Larger display (+0.6") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 112k | Sharper display (+808k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax E70 over the Olympus XZ-2 iHS
E70 | XZ-2 iHS |
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Common features in the Olympus XZ-2 iHS and Pentax E70
XZ-2 iHS | E70 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 size comparison Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-XZ-2-iHS-vs-Pentax-Optio-E70-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-2 iHS and E70 is 85 and 94 respectively.
![Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 top view buttons comparison Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-XZ-2-iHS-vs-Pentax-Optio-E70-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 sensor size comparison Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-XZ-2-iHS-vs-Pentax-Optio-E70-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-XZ-2-iHS-vs-Pentax-Optio-E70-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus XZ-2 iHS vs Pentax E70 Specifications
Olympus XZ-2 iHS | Pentax Optio E70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model | Olympus XZ-2 iHS | Pentax Optio E70 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-12-18 | 2009-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.5 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.4 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 112k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 8.60 m (ISO 800) | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 346g (0.76 pounds) | 175g (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 65 x 48mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.9") | 94 x 61 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 49 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 216 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Li-90B | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $450 | $140 |