Panasonic ZS70 vs Pentax K-S2

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic ZS70 versus Pentax K-S2, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS70 (20MP) and the K-S2 (20MP) is pretty similar but the ZS70 (1/2.3") and K-S2 (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS70 was introduced 2 years after the K-S2 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ZS70 scores versus the K-S2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 & Pentax K-S2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery & Pentax K-S2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS70 has external dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-S2 has measurements of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") having a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS70 versus Pentax K-S2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ZS70 compared to the K-S2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS70 and K-S2 is 87 and 64 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS70 and K-S2.

Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The ZS70 uses the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF more difficult. The younger ZS70 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.