Pentax X70 vs Samsung EX2F

Here is a thorough overview of the Pentax X70 versus Samsung EX2F, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty similar but the X70 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The X70 was revealed 4 years before the EX2F and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the X70 matches up vs the EX2F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax X70 has outer dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the X70 compared to the EX2F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and EX2F is 71 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specs. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X70 and EX2F.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The X70 includes the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh trickier. The older X70 is going to be behind in sensor tech.