Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350
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![Pentax X70 front Pentax X70 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-X70/Pentax-X70-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX350/Sony-HX350-front.jpg)
62 Imaging
47 Features
51 Overall
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Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 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
- Released March 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.8-6.3) lens
- 652g - 130 x 93 x 103mm
- Launched December 2016
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Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Pentax X70 versus Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Pentax and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and HX350 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The X70 was launched 8 years prior to the HX350 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the X70 scores against the HX350 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X70 Gallery & Sony HX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X70 over the Sony HX350
X70 | HX350 |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX350 over the Pentax X70
HX350 | X70 | |||
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Launched | December 2016 | ![]() | March 2009 | More modern by 95 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax X70 and Sony HX350
X70 | HX350 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither has Touch display |
Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Pentax X70 has outer measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Sony HX350 has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).
Check the Pentax X70 versus Sony HX350 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)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the X70 compared to the HX350.
![Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 size comparison Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-X70-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX350-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the X70 and HX350 is 71 and 62 respectively.
![Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 top view buttons comparison Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-X70-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX350-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the X70 and HX350.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX350 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged X70 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 sensor size comparison Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-X70-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX350-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax X70 vs Sony HX350 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-X70-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-HX350-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 Sony HX350 Specifications
Pentax X70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Sony |
Model type | Pentax X70 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-03-02 | 2016-12-20 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 50 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-624mm (24.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/2.8-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m | 8.50 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | - | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, advanced, rear sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 410 grams (0.90 pounds) | 652 grams (1.44 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 83 x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") | 130 x 93 x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 300 photos |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $200 | - |