Pentax P70 vs Samsung HZ15W

On this page, we will be comparing the Pentax P70 versus Samsung HZ15W, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the P70 (12MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P70 was launched within a month of the HZ15W which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Pentax P70 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the P70 grades versus the HZ15W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio P70 and Samsung HZ15W. The complete galleries are available at Pentax P70 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Pentax P70 provides outer dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung HZ15W has dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Examine the Pentax P70 versus Samsung HZ15W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the P70 against the HZ15W.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the P70 and HZ15W is 95 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the P70 and HZ15W.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account.