Pentax X70 vs Sony WX70

Here, we are matching up the Pentax X70 and Sony WX70, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and WX70 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The X70 was revealed 3 years prior to the WX70 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony WX70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the X70 grades vs the WX70 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax X70 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX70. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax X70 Gallery and Sony WX70 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax X70 comes with exterior dimensions of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Sony WX70 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the X70 vs the WX70.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X70 and WX70 is 71 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the X70 and WX70.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony WX70 to produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older X70 will be behind in sensor innovation.