Pentax E70 vs Sony HX30V

Let's look closer at the Pentax E70 versus Sony HX30V, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the E70 (10MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The E70 was brought out 4 years before the HX30V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the E70 scores against the HX30V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio E70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax E70 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax E70 enjoys outside 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 Sony HX30V has dimensions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Compare the Pentax E70 versus Sony HX30V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the E70 vs the HX30V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the E70 and HX30V is 94 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E70 and HX30V.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony HX30V to result in greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older E70 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.