Pentax K-S2 vs Pentax E70

Here, we are reviewing the Pentax K-S2 versus Pentax E70, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Pentax. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the K-S2 (20MP) and E70 (10MP) and the K-S2 (APS-C) and E70 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The K-S2 was revealed 6 years later than the E70 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-S2 being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the K-S2 matches up versus the E70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-S2 & Pentax Optio E70. The full galleries are available at Pentax K-S2 Gallery & Pentax E70 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax K-S2 has got outer measurements of 123mm x 91mm x 73mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.9") along with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Pentax E70 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Check the Pentax K-S2 versus Pentax E70 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the K-S2 versus the E70.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-S2 and E70 is 64 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the K-S2 and E70.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The K-S2 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Pentax K-S2 will give more detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The newer K-S2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.