Pentax X70 vs Samsung WB350F

Lets look more in depth at the Pentax X70 and Samsung WB350F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and WB350F (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The X70 was released 5 years before the WB350F which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the X70 grades versus the WB350F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 and Samsung WB350F. The complete galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X70 comes with external 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) whilst the Samsung WB350F has dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the X70 against the WB350F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the X70 and WB350F is 71 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the X70 and WB350F.

As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung WB350F to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged X70 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.