Pentax E70 vs Sony S930
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Pentax E70 vs Sony S930 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 175g - 94 x 61 x 26mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2009
Pentax E70 vs Sony S930 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Pentax E70 versus Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the E70 (10MP) and the S930 (10MP) is very close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E70 was introduced very close to the S930 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the E70 matches up versus the S930 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax E70 vs Sony S930 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio E70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax E70 Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax E70 over the Sony S930
E70 | S930 |
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Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Pentax E70
S930 | E70 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Pentax E70 and Sony S930
E70 | S930 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | January 2009 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.4" | 2.4" | Same display sizing | |
Display resolution | 112k | 112k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Pentax E70 vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax E70 features outer dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Sony S930 has sizing of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Pentax E70 versus Sony S930 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the E70 versus the S930.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the E70 and S930 is 94 and 94 respectively.
Pentax E70 vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The picture below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E70 and S930.
To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always consider the production date of the cameras into account.
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Pentax E70 vs Sony S930 Specifications
Pentax Optio E70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax Optio E70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-05 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-105mm (3.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.4 inch | 2.4 inch |
Resolution of screen | 112k dots | 112k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 1/8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 61 x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $140 | $219 |