Pentax X70 vs Sony W330

On this page, we are contrasting the Pentax X70 vs Sony W330, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the W330 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The X70 was launched 10 months earlier than the W330 so 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 W330 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the X70 grades vs the W330 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W330. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery and Sony W330 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Pentax X70 offers exterior dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Sony W330 has specifications of 96mm x 57mm x 17mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check out the Pentax X70 vs Sony W330 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the X70 compared to the W330.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and W330 is 71 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The pic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the X70 and W330.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W330 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged X70 is going to be behind in sensor tech.