Pentax X70 vs Samsung GX-10

On this page, we will be looking at the Pentax X70 vs Samsung GX-10, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the GX-10 (10MP) is relatively similar but the X70 (1/2.3") and GX-10 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The X70 was announced 2 years after the GX-10 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the X70 scores vs the GX-10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 & Samsung GX-10. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax X70 has physical measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Samsung GX-10 has sizing of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the X70 against the GX-10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and GX-10 is 71 and 59 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The picture here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the X70 and GX-10.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The X70 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Pentax X70 will offer you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger X70 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.