Pentax E70 vs Samsung SL30

Here is a complete assessment of the Pentax E70 versus Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the E70 (10MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The E70 was released at a similar time to the SL30 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the E70 grades vs the SL30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio E70 & Samsung SL30. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax E70 Gallery & Samsung SL30 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax E70 offers outside measurements 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 SL30 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Pentax E70 versus Samsung SL30 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the E70 against the SL30.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the E70 and SL30 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing purely by checking out technical specs. The photograph here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E70 and SL30.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of files though you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account.