Panasonic 3D1 vs Pentax P70

Below is a extended comparison of the Panasonic 3D1 and Pentax P70, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the P70 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was introduced 2 years later than the P70 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 3D1 grades vs the P70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Pentax Optio P70. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Pentax P70 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 enjoys external measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax P70 has specifications of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 3D1 compared to the P70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and P70 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 3D1 and P70.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of files but you really should take the age of the products into consideration. The younger 3D1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.