Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax X70

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax X70, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS1 (10MP) and the X70 (12MP) is pretty close but the ZS1 (1/2.5") and X70 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The ZS1 was manufactured 3 months after the X70 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the ZS1 grades against the X70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS1 and Pentax X70. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS1 Gallery and Pentax X70 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS1 has outside measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Pentax X70 has dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS1 vs Pentax X70 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS1 compared to the X70.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS1 and X70 is 91 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The image underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS1 and X70.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ZS1 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Pentax X70 will render more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively.