Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax E70

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic ZS1 and Pentax E70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS1 (10MP) and the E70 (10MP) is pretty close but the ZS1 (1/2.5") and E70 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The ZS1 was launched 5 months after the E70 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ZS1 grades against the E70 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 & Pentax Optio E70. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS1 comes with external measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax E70 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS1 and Pentax E70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS1 against the E70.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ZS1 and E70 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS1 and E70.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same MP albeit different sensor dimensions. The ZS1 offers the smaller sensor which should make getting shallower DOF more challenging.