Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-70
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Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 688g - 126 x 93 x 74mm
- Released June 2016
- Refreshed by Pentax KF

Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-70 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic XS1 versus Pentax K-70, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and K-70 (24MP) and the XS1 (1/2.3") and K-70 (APS-C) have different sensor size.

The XS1 was revealed 4 years prior to the K-70 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the XS1 scores vs the K-70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-70 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Pentax K-70. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Pentax K-70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Pentax K-70
XS1 | K-70 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-70 over the Panasonic XS1
K-70 | XS1 | |||
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Released | June 2016 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 41 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+691k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic XS1 and Pentax K-70
XS1 | K-70 | |||
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Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-70 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic XS1 enjoys external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Pentax K-70 has sizing of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") and a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic XS1 versus Pentax K-70 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the XS1 vs the K-70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XS1 and K-70 is 97 and 62 respectively.

Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-70 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the XS1 and K-70.
As you have seen, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The XS1 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Pentax K-70 will produce extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged XS1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Pentax K-70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Pentax K-70 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2016-06-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | PRIME MII |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.63x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.40 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 103 grams (0.23 lb) | 688 grams (1.52 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") | 126 x 93 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | 410 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, continuous) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $130 | $649 |