Pentax E70 vs Samsung NX2000

Below is a extensive analysis of the Pentax E70 and Samsung NX2000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Pentax and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the E70 (10MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the E70 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The E70 was introduced 5 years before the NX2000 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the E70 grades versus the NX2000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio E70 and Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are available at Pentax E70 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax E70 features exterior dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Pentax E70 and Samsung NX2000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the E70 compared to the NX2000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E70 and NX2000 is 94 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the E70 and NX2000.

Clearly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The E70 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX2000 will offer you greater detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older E70 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.