Pentax X70 vs Sony A9 II

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Pentax X70 vs Sony A9 II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and A9 II (24MP) and the X70 (1/2.3") and A9 II (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.

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The X70 was introduced 11 years before the A9 II which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A9 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the X70 scores against the A9 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 has got outside 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 Sony A9 II has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the X70 and the A9 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and A9 II is 71 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The image here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X70 and A9 II.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X70 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony A9 II will show more detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged X70 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.