Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST30

Following is a extended assessment of the Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the ST30 (10MP) is relatively similar but the X70 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The X70 was released 22 months before the ST30 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the X70 grades vs the ST30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 & Samsung ST30. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 enjoys exterior 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 ST30 has proportions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

Check the Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the X70 and the ST30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and ST30 is 71 and 98 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the X70 and ST30.

All in all, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X70 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Pentax X70 will offer you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged X70 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.