Pentax E70 vs Sony TX10

The following is a extensive analysis of the Pentax E70 versus Sony TX10, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the E70 (10MP) and TX10 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The E70 was launched 3 years prior to the TX10 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX10 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the E70 grades against the TX10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio E70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax E70 Gallery and Sony TX10 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax E70 has external measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Sony TX10 has sizing of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the E70 versus the TX10.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the E70 and TX10 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E70 and TX10.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony TX10 to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged E70 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.