Pentax E70 vs Sony H70
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Pentax E70 vs Sony H70 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 194g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released January 2011
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On this page, we will be evaluating the Pentax E70 vs Sony H70, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the E70 (10MP) and H70 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E70 was released 24 months prior to the H70 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the E70 grades vs the H70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio E70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70. The complete galleries are available at Pentax E70 Gallery & Sony H70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax E70 over the Sony H70
| E70 | H70 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony H70 over the Pentax E70
| H70 | E70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2011 |  | January 2009 | More recent by 24 months |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 112k | Sharper screen (+118k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax E70 and Sony H70
| E70 | H70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | No manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither provides Touch screen |
Pentax E70 vs Sony H70 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Pentax E70 provides external dimensions 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 Sony H70 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the E70 vs the H70.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E70 and H70 is 94 and 93 respectively.
Pentax E70 vs Sony H70 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E70 and H70.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony H70 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older E70 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Pentax E70 vs Sony H70 Specifications
| Pentax Optio E70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Pentax | Sony |
| Model | Pentax Optio E70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H70 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-01-05 | 2011-01-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | BIONZ |
| 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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.4 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 112k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.60 m |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| 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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 175g (0.39 lbs) | 194g (0.43 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 94 x 61 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" 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 | NP-BG1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail pricing | $140 | $199 |