Pentax X70 vs Samsung NX1100

Below, we will be reviewing the Pentax X70 and Samsung NX1100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the X70 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The X70 was revealed 5 years earlier than the NX1100 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the X70 grades vs the NX1100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 & Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax X70 enjoys outer 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 NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the X70 versus the NX1100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and NX1100 is 71 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the X70 and NX1100.

As you have seen, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X70 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX1100 will offer extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged X70 is going to be behind in sensor technology.