Pentax X70 vs Sony S950

The following is a complete review of the Pentax X70 versus Sony S950, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the S950 (10MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X70 was launched within a month of the S950 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony S950 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the X70 matches up versus the S950 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S950. The complete galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery and Sony S950 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 provides exterior dimensions 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 S950 has proportions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X70 versus Sony S950 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the X70 compared to the S950.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and S950 is 71 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The picture underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the X70 and S950.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax X70 to result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics more aggressively.