Panasonic LX7 vs Pentax E70

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic LX7 and Pentax E70, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LX7 (10MP) and the E70 (10MP) is relatively similar but the LX7 (1/1.7") and E70 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The LX7 was announced 3 years later than the E70 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the LX7 grades versus the E70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7 & Pentax Optio E70. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX7 Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LX7 comes with outer measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Pentax E70 has dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Panasonic LX7 and Pentax E70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the LX7 and the E70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the LX7 and E70 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the LX7 and E70.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The LX7 provides the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF easier. The more modern LX7 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.