Panasonic ZS3 vs Pentax E70

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic ZS3 versus Pentax E70, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS3 (10MP) and the E70 (10MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS3 was announced 5 months after the E70 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ZS3 grades vs the E70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 & Pentax Optio E70. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS3 Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS3 provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Pentax E70 has dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS3 against the E70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS3 and E70 is 91 and 94 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS3 and E70.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images but you may want to consider the age of the products into consideration.