Pentax X70 vs Samsung HZ10W
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung HZ10W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Announced March 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Alternate Name is WB500
Pentax X70 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Pentax X70 vs Samsung HZ10W, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe X70 was released 2 months prior to the HZ10W so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the X70 scores against the HZ10W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax X70 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 & Samsung HZ10W. The complete galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Samsung HZ10W
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Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Pentax X70
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Common features in the Pentax X70 and Samsung HZ10W
X70 | HZ10W | |||
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Revealed | March 2009 | May 2009 | Similar age | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Pentax X70 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax X70 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Samsung HZ10W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Examine the Pentax X70 vs Samsung HZ10W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the X70 against the HZ10W.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and HZ10W is 71 and 90 respectively.
Pentax X70 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the X70 and HZ10W.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Pentax X70 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively.
Pentax X70 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Pentax X70 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax X70 | Samsung HZ10W |
Other name | - | WB500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-03-02 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2432 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m | - |
Flash settings | - | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 410 gr (0.90 lb) | 249 gr (0.55 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $200 | $300 |