Pentax X70 vs Sony HX9V

In this write-up, we are comparing the Pentax X70 vs Sony HX9V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and HX9V (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X70 was announced 3 years earlier than the HX9V and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the X70 matches up against the HX9V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax X70 Gallery and Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 offers external measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Sony HX9V has proportions of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Pentax X70 vs Sony HX9V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the X70 versus the HX9V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and HX9V is 71 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the X70 and HX9V.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX9V to offer you more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The older X70 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.