Pentax E70 vs Pentax E90

In this article, we will be comparing the Pentax E70 versus Pentax E90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are offered by Pentax. The resolution of the E70 (10MP) and the E90 (10MP) is relatively comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The E70 was released 12 months before the E90 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the E70 matches up against the E90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio E70 & Pentax Optio E90. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax E70 Gallery & Pentax E90 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax E70 offers external dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Pentax E90 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the E70 versus the E90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the E70 and E90 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing specifications. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the E70 and E90.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution and you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you should factor the age of the cameras into account. The older E70 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.