Pentax P70 vs Sony TX9

Below is a in-depth overview of the Pentax P70 and Sony TX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the P70 (12MP) and the TX9 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P70 was announced 16 months before the TX9 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the P70 scores versus the TX9 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio P70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9. The whole galleries are available at Pentax P70 Gallery and Sony TX9 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax P70 has physical dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony TX9 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check out the Pentax P70 and Sony TX9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the P70 and the TX9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the P70 and TX9 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the P70 and TX9.

Clearly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older P70 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.