Pentax X70 vs Sony HX7V

The following is a extensive overview of the Pentax X70 versus Sony HX7V, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and HX7V (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X70 was released 3 years before the HX7V which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the X70 scores against the HX7V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax X70 has outside measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Sony HX7V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the X70 and the HX7V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and HX7V is 71 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the X70 and HX7V.

Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony HX7V to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged X70 is going to be behind in sensor tech.