Pentax X70 vs Sony A7S II

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax X70 versus Sony A7S II, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. The sensor resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the A7S II (12MP) is pretty similar but the X70 (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) posses different sensor size.

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The X70 was announced 7 years prior to the A7S II and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the X70 scores vs the A7S II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 and Sony Alpha A7S II. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Pentax X70 features outside 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 Sony A7S II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the X70 versus the A7S II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and A7S II is 71 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the X70 and A7S II.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The X70 uses the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field trickier. The older X70 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.