Pentax P70 vs Sony TX7

Here is a complete assessment of the Pentax P70 vs Sony TX7, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the P70 (12MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is very comparable but the P70 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") enjoy different sensor size.

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The P70 was revealed 10 months prior to the TX7 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the P70 matches up versus the TX7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio P70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The full galleries are available at Pentax P70 Gallery & Sony TX7 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Pentax P70 has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has specifications of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the P70 against the TX7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P70 and TX7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P70 and TX7.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The P70 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Pentax P70 will provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older P70 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.