Pentax P70 vs Sony W310
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![Pentax Optio P70 front Pentax Optio P70 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-P70/Pentax-P70-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W310.jpg)
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Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
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Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 Overview
Let's look a bit more closely at the Pentax P70 versus Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the P70 (12MP) and the W310 (12MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The P70 was announced 10 months prior to the W310 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the P70 scores vs the W310 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio P70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax P70 Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax P70 over the Sony W310
P70 | W310 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Pentax P70
W310 | P70 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | March 2009 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Pentax P70 and Sony W310
P70 | W310 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax P70 features outside measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W310 has measurements of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax P70 versus Sony W310 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the P70 and the W310.
![Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 size comparison Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-P70-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W310-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the P70 and W310 is 95 and 96 respectively.
![Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 top view buttons comparison Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-P70-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W310-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The graphic here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the P70 and W310.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of photos but you should factor the age of the products into consideration. The older P70 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 sensor size comparison Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-Optio-P70-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W310-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-Optio-P70-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-W310-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax P70 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Pentax Optio P70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax Optio P70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-03-02 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-110mm (3.9x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 1 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.60 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 lbs) | 137g (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $150 |