Pentax X70 vs Sony W810

On this page, we will be evaluating the Pentax X70 vs Sony W810, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Pentax and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and W810 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The X70 was revealed 5 years before the W810 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony W810 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the X70 scores against the W810 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W810. The full galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery & Sony W810 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 has got exterior measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Sony W810 has proportions of 97mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 111 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Pentax X70 vs Sony W810 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the X70 compared to the W810.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and W810 is 71 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X70 and W810.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony W810 to provide extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The older X70 will be behind in sensor tech.