Pentax E70 vs Sony W290

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Pentax E70 versus Sony W290, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the E70 (10MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The E70 was manufactured at a similar time to the W290 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the E70 scores vs the W290 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio E70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax E70 Gallery and Sony W290 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax E70 offers exterior dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony W290 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Pentax E70 versus Sony W290 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the E70 and the W290.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the E70 and W290 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the E70 and W290.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W290 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively.