Pentax X70 vs Sony TX1

Let's examine more closely at the Pentax X70 and Sony TX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the X70 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The X70 was introduced 5 months earlier than the TX1 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the X70 matches up vs the TX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Pentax X70 features physical 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 TX1 has specifications of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax X70 and Sony TX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the X70 and the TX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and TX1 is 71 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The pic below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the X70 and TX1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The X70 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Pentax X70 will give more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively.