Pentax VS20 vs Sony W710

On this page, we will be reviewing the Pentax VS20 versus Sony W710, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the VS20 (16MP) and the W710 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was manufactured 11 months earlier than the W710 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the VS20 matches up against the W710 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio VS20 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The entire galleries are available at Pentax VS20 Gallery & Sony W710 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax VS20 comes with physical dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) and the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax VS20 versus Sony W710 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the VS20 and the W710.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the VS20 and W710 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The visual below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the VS20 and W710.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of files however you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The older VS20 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.