Pentax E70 vs Sony S2000

Let's look a little more in depth at the Pentax E70 versus Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the E70 (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The E70 was brought out 12 months before the S2000 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the E70 scores versus the S2000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio E70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax E70 Gallery & Sony S2000 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax E70 features physical measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax E70 versus Sony S2000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the E70 versus the S2000.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E70 and S2000 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the E70 and S2000.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged E70 will be behind in sensor technology.