Pentax P70 vs Sony TX1

Its time to look more closely at the Pentax P70 versus Sony TX1, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the P70 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the P70 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor size.

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The P70 was announced 5 months prior to the TX1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the P70 grades versus the TX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio P70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax P70 Gallery and Sony TX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax P70 enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony TX1 has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Pentax P70 versus Sony TX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the P70 against the TX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P70 and TX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the P70 and TX1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The P70 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax P70 will produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.