Pentax X70 vs Samsung DV150F

The following is a extended analysis of the Pentax X70 and Samsung DV150F, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and DV150F (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The X70 was introduced 4 years earlier than the DV150F which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the X70 scores vs the DV150F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 & Samsung DV150F. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X70 has outside dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Pentax X70 and Samsung DV150F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the X70 vs the DV150F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and DV150F is 71 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the X70 and DV150F.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung DV150F to offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged X70 is going to be behind in sensor tech.