Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-70

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.