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Pentax E70 vs Samsung HZ35W

Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
11
Overall
24
Pentax Optio E70 front
 
Samsung HZ35W front
Portability
91
Imaging
35
Features
42
Overall
37

Pentax E70 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs

Pentax E70
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.4" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
  • 175g - 94 x 61 x 26mm
  • Revealed January 2009
Samsung HZ35W
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
  • 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
  • Revealed June 2010
  • Alternate Name is WB650
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Pentax E70 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Pentax E70 versus Samsung HZ35W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E70 (10MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The E70 was unveiled 17 months earlier than the HZ35W which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the E70 grades against the HZ35W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Pentax E70 over the Samsung HZ35W

 E70 HZ35W 

Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Pentax E70

 HZ35W E70 
RevealedJune 2010January 2009More recent by 17 months
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen size3"2.4"Bigger screen (+0.6")
Screen resolution614k112kClearer screen (+502k dot)

Common features in the Pentax E70 and Samsung HZ35W

 E70 HZ35W 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen No Touch friendly screen

Pentax E70 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax E70 offers physical measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Samsung HZ35W has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax E70 versus Samsung HZ35W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the E70 compared to the HZ35W.

Pentax E70 vs Samsung HZ35W size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the E70 and HZ35W is 94 and 91 respectively.

Pentax E70 vs Samsung HZ35W top view buttons comparison

Pentax E70 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the E70 and HZ35W.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung HZ35W to produce extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older E70 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Pentax E70 vs Samsung HZ35W sensor size comparison

Pentax E70 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and ViewFinder

Pentax E70 vs Samsung HZ35W Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Pentax E70 Portrait photography highlights
Samsung HZ35W Portrait photography highlights
19
focusing manually not possible
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
34
has manual focus
features face detection autofocus
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Pentax E70 Street photography factors
Samsung HZ35W Street photography factors
47
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average (245 grams)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Pentax E70
Sports photography with Samsung HZ35W
16
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
42
excellent zoom range (24-360mm 15.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features tracking autofocus
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Pentax E70 Travel photography highlights
Samsung HZ35W Travel photography highlights
50
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
63
lighter than average (245 grams)
flash built-in
really wide (24mm)
very long zoom (360mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
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Landscape Comparison

Pentax E70 as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung HZ35W as a Landscape photography camera
22
focusing manually not possible
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
screen is small (2.4 inches)
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
43
has manual focus
really wide (24mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Pentax E70 Vlogging advice
Samsung HZ35W Vlogging advice
22
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.1)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic socket
31
really wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
features face detection autofocus
lighter than average (245g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic support
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Pentax E70 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Pentax E70 and Samsung HZ35W
 Pentax Optio E70Samsung HZ35W
General Information
Brand Name Pentax Samsung
Model Pentax Optio E70 Samsung HZ35W
Also Known as - WB650
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Revealed 2009-01-05 2010-06-16
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Lowest native ISO 64 80
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-105mm (3.0x) 24-360mm (15.0x)
Max aperture f/3.1-5.9 f/3.2-5.8
Macro focus range 10cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.4" 3"
Screen resolution 112k dots 614k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 16 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.50 m 5.00 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 175 grams (0.39 lb) 245 grams (0.54 lb)
Physical dimensions 94 x 61 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model 2 x AA SLB-11A
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $140 $300