Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700
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35 Features
34 Overall
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![Pentax X70 front Pentax X70 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-X70/Pentax-X70-front.jpg)
![Samsung ST700 front Samsung ST700 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-ST700/Samsung-ST700-front.jpg)
99 Imaging
39 Features
22 Overall
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 410g - 110 x 83 x 90mm
- Revealed March 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 99 x 55 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2011
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Pentax X70 versus Samsung ST700, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Pentax and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The X70 was launched 22 months before the ST700 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short view of how the X70 grades against the ST700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 & Samsung ST700. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X70 Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Samsung ST700
X70 | ST700 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST700 over the Pentax X70
ST700 | X70 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | March 2009 | Newer by 22 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Pentax X70 and Samsung ST700
X70 | ST700 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and size. The Pentax X70 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST700 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax X70 versus Samsung ST700 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the X70 compared to the ST700.
![Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 size comparison Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-X70-vs-Samsung-ST700-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and ST700 is 71 and 99 respectively.
![Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 top view buttons comparison Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-X70-vs-Samsung-ST700-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specs. The image below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the X70 and ST700.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung ST700 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged X70 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 sensor size comparison Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-X70-vs-Samsung-ST700-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-X70-vs-Samsung-ST700-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Pentax X70 vs Samsung ST700 Specifications
Pentax X70 | Samsung ST700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model type | Pentax X70 | Samsung ST700 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-03-02 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 50 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | () |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | - |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 410 gr (0.90 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") | 99 x 55 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $200 | $280 |