Pentax X70 vs Fujifilm FinePix S1600

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Pentax X70 and the Fujifilm FinePix S1600, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Pentax X70 was introduced in March 2009 and Fujifilm FinePix S1600 was introduced in February 2010. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Pentax X70 over Fujifilm FinePix S1600.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix S1600 over Pentax X70.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Pentax X70 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution and Fujifilm FinePix S1600 has a 3.0" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

Viewfinder

Cameras have built-in Electronic viewfinders. Pentax X70 has 100% coverage magnification and Fujifilm FinePix S1600 has 99% coverage magnification.

Pentax X70 features a 12.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm². Its native ISO range is 50 - 6,400. Fujifilm FinePix S1600 features a 12 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600.

Pentax X70 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2672, 4000 x 2256, 3072 x 2304, 2992, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1024 x 768 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix S1600 can take pictures up to 4000 x 3000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4000 x 2664, 4000 x 224, 2816 x 2112, 2816 x 1864, 2816 x 1584, 2048 x 1536, 2048 x 1360, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

NFC

Cameras have Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.

Battery

Pentax X70 comes with D-LI92 battery pack and Fujifilm FinePix S1600 comes with 4 x AA battery pack.

External Storage Slots

Cameras have a single SD/SDHC card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Pentax X70, and up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix S1600. Fujifilm FinePix S1600 can shoot continuously up to 1.3 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 9.10 m on Pentax X70 and 4.40 m on Fujifilm FinePix S1600..

Pentax X70 body has dimensions of 110 x 83 x 90 mm (4.33 x 3.27 x 3.54") and Fujifilm FinePix S1600 body has dimensions of 110 x 73 x 81 mm (4.33 x 2.87 x 3.19"). Pentax X70 weighs 410 g (0.90 lb / 14.46 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix S1600 weighs 337 g (0.74 lb / 11.89 oz).

Pentax X70

Fujifilm FinePix S1600

110 mm

83 mm

110 mm

73 mm

83 mm

73 mm