Pentax K20D vs Pentax E70

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Pentax K20D vs Pentax E70, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Pentax. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the K20D (15MP) and E70 (10MP) and the K20D (APS-C) and E70 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The K20D was launched 6 months earlier than the E70 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the K20D matches up vs the E70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K20D and Pentax Optio E70. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax K20D Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax K20D enjoys physical measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Pentax E70 has specifications of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Pentax K20D vs Pentax E70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the K20D compared to the E70.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the K20D and E70 is 59 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the K20D and E70.

To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The K20D because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Pentax K20D will give you more detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively.