Pentax X70 vs Samsung NX1000

Below, we are reviewing the Pentax X70 and Samsung NX1000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the X70 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.

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The X70 was brought out 4 years prior to the NX1000 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the X70 scores against the NX1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X70 and Samsung NX1000. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax X70 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Pentax X70 has physical measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Analyze the Pentax X70 and Samsung NX1000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the X70 vs the NX1000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X70 and NX1000 is 71 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the X70 and NX1000.

Clearly, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X70 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1000 will give you extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged X70 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.