Pentax P70 vs Samsung SH100
95 Imaging
34 Features
20 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Pentax P70 vs Samsung SH100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-110mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 155g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced March 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 93 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Following is a extended comparison of the Pentax P70 and Samsung SH100, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the P70 (12MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the P70 grades versus the SH100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Pentax P70 over the Samsung SH100
| P70 | SH100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung SH100 over the Pentax P70
| SH100 | P70 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2011 |  | March 2009 | More modern by 22 months |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Pentax P70 and Samsung SH100
| P70 | SH100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Pentax P70 vs Samsung SH100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax P70 provides external dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung SH100 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Contrast the Pentax P70 and Samsung SH100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the P70 and the SH100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the P70 and SH100 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Pentax P70 vs Samsung SH100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The image below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the P70 and SH100.
All in all, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung SH100 to show more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged P70 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Pentax P70 vs Samsung SH100 Specifications
| Pentax Optio P70 | Samsung SH100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Pentax | Samsung |
| Model type | Pentax Optio P70 | Samsung SH100 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Announced | 2009-03-02 | 2011-01-04 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4230 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 64 | - |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | () |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.60 m | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 848 x 480 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 155 grams (0.34 lbs) | - |
| Dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 93 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
| 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 | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $200 | $200 |