Pentax K-70 vs Sony QX30

In this article, we are analyzing the Pentax K-70 versus Sony QX30, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Lens-style by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the K-70 (24MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is very comparable but the K-70 (APS-C) and QX30 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizing.

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The K-70 was revealed 22 months after the QX30 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the K-70 grades versus the QX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-70 Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax K-70 enjoys physical dimensions of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Sony QX30 has specifications of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Pentax K-70 versus Sony QX30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the K-70 versus the QX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the K-70 and QX30 is 62 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the K-70 and QX30.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The K-70 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Pentax K-70 will provide extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger K-70 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.