Pentax X70 vs Samsung NX mini

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Pentax X70 vs Samsung NX mini, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the X70 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") feature different sensor sizes.

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The X70 was brought out 6 years earlier than the NX mini and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the X70 grades against the NX mini in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X70 & Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 features outside dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax X70 vs Samsung NX mini in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the X70 against the NX mini.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and NX mini is 71 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X70 and NX mini.

Plainly, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The X70 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX mini will give you greater detail having its extra 8.5MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older X70 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.