Pentax K-5 vs Sony H70

Let's look more closely at the Pentax K-5 vs Sony H70, one being a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-5 (16MP) and the H70 (16MP) is pretty similar but the K-5 (APS-C) and H70 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The K-5 was brought out around the same time to the H70 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-5 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony H70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the K-5 scores against the H70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-5 Gallery and Sony H70 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-5 has got external dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) and the Sony H70 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax K-5 vs Sony H70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the K-5 against the H70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-5 and H70 is 60 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-5 and H70.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The K-5 features the bigger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF less difficult.