Pentax E70 vs Samsung NX1

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Pentax E70 versus Samsung NX1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E70 (10MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the E70 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) use different sensor sizing.

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The E70 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the NX1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the E70 scores vs the NX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio E70 & Samsung NX1. The full galleries are available at Pentax E70 Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax E70 has 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) and the Samsung NX1 has sizing of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Compare the Pentax E70 versus Samsung NX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the E70 compared to the NX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the E70 and NX1 is 94 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The visual here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E70 and NX1.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E70 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX1 will offer extra detail having an extra 18MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older E70 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.