Pentax X70 vs Samsung MV800

Here, we are contrasting the Pentax X70 and Samsung MV800, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and MV800 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X70 was revealed 3 years prior to the MV800 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung MV800 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the X70 scores vs the MV800 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X70 & Samsung MV800. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 offers 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) whilst the Samsung MV800 has proportions of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Pentax X70 and Samsung MV800 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the X70 and the MV800.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and MV800 is 71 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the X70 and MV800.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung MV800 to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older X70 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.