Pentax X70 vs Sony TX20

Its time to examine more in depth at the Pentax X70 vs Sony TX20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Pentax and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and TX20 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X70 was introduced 4 years earlier than the TX20 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the X70 grades versus the TX20 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are available at Pentax X70 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X70 provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Sony TX20 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the Pentax X70 vs Sony TX20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the X70 compared to the TX20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X70 and TX20 is 71 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the X70 and TX20.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony TX20 to produce greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older X70 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.