Pentax X70 vs Samsung SL620

The following is a comprehensive review of the Pentax X70 versus Samsung SL620, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X70 was released about the same time to the SL620 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the X70 scores vs the SL620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 & Samsung SL620. The complete galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 offers exterior 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) while the Samsung SL620 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax X70 versus Samsung SL620 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the X70 compared to the SL620.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and SL620 is 71 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the X70 and SL620.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs though you will need to take the age of the products into consideration.