Pentax E70 vs Sony HX80

Here, we will be evaluating the Pentax E70 versus Sony HX80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E70 (10MP) and HX80 (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The E70 was released 8 years before the HX80 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the E70 matches up versus the HX80 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio E70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax E70 Gallery & Sony HX80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax E70 provides physical 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 HX80 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Pentax E70 versus Sony HX80 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the E70 against the HX80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the E70 and HX80 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the E70 and HX80.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony HX80 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged E70 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.