Pentax P70 vs Samsung ST700

In this article, we will be analyzing the Pentax P70 and Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the P70 (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The P70 was released 22 months before the ST700 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the P70 grades against the ST700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio P70 and Samsung ST700. The complete galleries are available at Pentax P70 Gallery and Samsung ST700 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax P70 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST700 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the P70 vs the ST700.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the P70 and ST700 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The picture here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P70 and ST700.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Samsung ST700 to show more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged P70 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.