Pentax E70 vs Samsung SL202
94 Imaging
33 Features
11 Overall
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94 Imaging
33 Features
17 Overall
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Pentax E70 vs Samsung SL202 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 175g - 94 x 61 x 26mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
- 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2009
- Other Name is PL50

Pentax E70 vs Samsung SL202 Overview
Below, we will be contrasting the Pentax E70 versus Samsung SL202, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E70 (10MP) and the SL202 (10MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The E70 was launched at a similar time to the SL202 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the E70 matches up against the SL202 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax E70 vs Samsung SL202 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio E70 and Samsung SL202. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax E70 Gallery and Samsung SL202 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax E70 over the Samsung SL202
E70 | SL202 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Pentax E70
SL202 | E70 | |||
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Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 112k | Clearer screen (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax E70 and Samsung SL202
E70 | SL202 | |||
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Revealed | January 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Pentax E70 vs Samsung SL202 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax E70 enjoys outer dimensions 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 SL202 has measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax E70 versus Samsung SL202 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the E70 compared to the SL202.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E70 and SL202 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Pentax E70 vs Samsung SL202 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E70 and SL202.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you will want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Pentax E70 vs Samsung SL202 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax E70 vs Samsung SL202 Specifications
Pentax Optio E70 | Samsung SL202 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax Optio E70 | Samsung SL202 |
Alternate name | - | PL50 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-01-05 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 28-102mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.8-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.4 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 112k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 lb) | 168 gr (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 94 x 61 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $140 | $140 |