Name: Pentax K-70
Brand: Pentax

Technical Specifications of Pentax K-70

Overall score

6.6

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.

When it matters: When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.

Sensor & Image

7.6

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Sensor size

What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.

When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: Full frame or larger

Main camera megapixels

What it is: The effective resolution of the camera sensor, measured in megapixels (MP). Higher megapixels can capture more detail.

When it matters: When you want high-resolution photos that allow more cropping or larger prints.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 20 MP

Main camera pixel size

What it is: The physical size of individual pixels on the camera sensor, measured in micrometers. Larger pixels typically capture more light for better low-light performance.

When it matters: When you shoot in low light and want reduced noise in your photos.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 3.5 µm

Base ISO

What it is: The native ISO setting that delivers the sensor’s standard balance of image quality and dynamic range.

When it matters: When you want the best native image quality and compare cameras at their most optimal sensitivity setting.

Importance: LOW

Max ISO

What it is: The ISO ceiling shows the highest sensor sensitivity available for darker scenes.

When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least ISO 25,600

Photo Features

6.5

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Lens mount

What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which interchangeable lenses the camera can use.

When it matters: When lens availability, upgrade options, and long-term system compatibility are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Pentax KAF2

Built-in focus motor

What it is: Indicates whether the camera body includes an internal autofocus motor for driving compatible lenses.

When it matters: When you plan to use older or budget lenses that depend on the camera body for autofocus drive.

Importance: LOW

N. of focus points

What it is: The total number of selectable autofocus points available for positioning and tracking focus.

When it matters: When you want more flexibility in placing focus precisely or tracking subjects across the frame.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 200 points

Phase-detection autofocus (photos)

What it is: Autofocus technology that measures phase differences to lock focus quickly and accurately for still photography.

When it matters: When you want faster and more reliable autofocus for still photos, especially with moving subjects.

Importance: HIGH

AF tracking

What it is: An autofocus mode that continuously follows a moving subject to keep it sharp during shooting.

When it matters: When your subjects move unpredictably and you need the camera to keep focus on them automatically.

Importance: MEDIUM

Video & Audio

6.1

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Max video resolution

What it is: The highest video resolution the camera can record, defining the maximum level of captured image detail.

When it matters: When you care about recording the highest level of detail for cropping, editing, or future-proof video work.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 3840 px

Video bitrate

What it is: The amount of video data recorded per second, which affects file size and potential recording quality.

When it matters: When you compare potential video quality and want fewer compression artifacts in demanding scenes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 200 Mbps

Video bit depth

What it is: The number of bits used per color channel in recorded video, affecting gradation smoothness and editing flexibility.

When it matters: When you color grade video and want smoother gradients with fewer banding issues.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 10-bit

Video chroma subsampling

What it is: The color sampling format used in video recording, indicating how much color detail is retained relative to brightness detail.

When it matters: When color grading, keying, or serious post-production work is important in your video workflow.

Importance: LOW

Video codecs

What it is: The video compression formats the camera can use when recording, affecting compatibility, efficiency, and workflow.

When it matters: When compatibility, editing performance, and file efficiency matter in the way you handle video.

Importance: LOW

H.264, Motion JPEG

Display & Design

6.5

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Type

What it is: The camera type identifies the overall design, such as mirrorless, DSLR, compact, or bridge.

When it matters: When you want a camera style that matches how you shoot, carry, and swap lenses.

Importance: LOW

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Weight

What it is: The total weight of the camera body, which affects comfort while carrying and shooting.

When it matters: When you carry the camera all day, travel often, or prefer a lighter setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 500 g or less

Width

What it is: The width of the camera body, measured from side to side.

When it matters: When compact packing, grip comfort, or bag fit matters to you.

Importance: LOW

Height

What it is: The height of the camera body, measured from top to bottom.

When it matters: When you care about how compact the camera feels in a bag or in hand.

Importance: LOW

Thickness

What it is: The depth of the device profile, excluding the camera bump unless specified.

When it matters: When you prefer a sleek, slim profile that slides easily into tight pockets.

Importance: LOW

Battery & Power

5.7

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Battery life (CIPA)

What it is: The official battery endurance estimate measured under CIPA test methodology, usually expressed in shots per charge.

When it matters: When you need realistic expectations for how many shots you can take before carrying a spare battery.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 400 shots

Battery capacity

What it is: The amount of electric charge the battery can hold, measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).

When it matters: When you want a general idea of how large the battery is physically.

Importance: LOW

Good value: At least 1,500 mAh

Removable battery

What it is: Indicates whether the flight battery can be removed and swapped by the user.

When it matters: When you want to swap batteries quickly between flights.

Importance: LOW

USB Power Delivery (PD)

What it is: Support for the USB Power Delivery standard for higher-power charging or external power supply over USB-C.

When it matters: When you want faster USB-C charging or the ability to power the camera externally for longer sessions.

Importance: LOW

Connectivity & Storage

4.9

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Wi-Fi connectivity

What it is: Indicates whether the camera has built-in Wi-Fi for image transfer, remote control, or network features.

When it matters: When you want to transfer photos wirelessly, control the camera from a phone, or use supported network workflows.

Importance: LOW

Wi-Fi version

What it is: The specific generation of Wi-Fi standards supported (e.g., Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 7), determining maximum speed and efficiency.

When it matters: When you have a high-speed router and want faster downloads with less congestion.

Importance: LOW

Bluetooth connectivity

What it is: Indicates whether the camera supports Bluetooth for pairing, remote control, or file transfer.

When it matters: When you want quick wireless pairing with a phone, remote control, or location syncing.

Importance: LOW

Bluetooth version

What it is: The Bluetooth version supported by the camera for wireless pairing and low-power connections.

When it matters: When you want more efficient wireless pairing, better range, or newer Bluetooth features.

Importance: LOW

N/A

USB Type-C

What it is: A modern, reversible connector used for charging, data transfer, and sometimes audio or video output.

When it matters: When you want a reversible cable that handles charging, data, and accessories universally.

Importance: LOW

Pentax K-70 vs the average camera

Why is Pentax K-70 better than the average camera?

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In-body stabilization
Pentax K-70 supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
Up to 3 stops.
What it is: A stabilization system that physically moves the image sensor to reduce shake during handheld shooting.
When it matters: When you often shoot handheld and want sharper results at slower shutter speeds without relying only on lens stabilization.
Importance: MEDIUM
Pentax K-70 supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
Phase-detect AF for photos
Pentax K-70 supports phase-detection autofocus for photos, the average camera does not.
What it is: Autofocus technology that measures phase differences to lock focus quickly and accurately for still photography.
When it matters: When you want faster and more reliable autofocus for still photos, especially with moving subjects.
Importance: HIGH
Pentax K-70 supports phase-detection autofocus for photos, the average camera does not.
96,000 higher max ISO
Pentax K-70 has a higher max ISO than the average camera (102,400 vs 6,400). The average camera reaches a max ISO of 6,400.
What it is: The ISO ceiling shows the highest sensor sensitivity available for darker scenes.
When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: At least ISO 25,600
Pentax K-70 has a higher max ISO than the average camera (102,400 vs 6,400). The average camera reaches a max ISO of 6,400.102,400 vs 6,400
Has microphone input
Pentax K-70 has microphone input, the average camera does not.
3.5 mm mic input
What it is: Indicates whether the camera has a microphone input for connecting an external mic.
When it matters: When you record video and want better audio than the built-in microphones can provide.
Importance: LOW
Pentax K-70 has microphone input, the average camera does not.
Fully articulated screen
Pentax K-70 has a fully articulated screen, the average camera does not.
What it is: A fully articulating display that can swing outward and rotate for flexible framing angles.
When it matters: When you shoot from awkward angles, vlog, or need to see the screen while standing in front of the camera.
Importance: LOW
Pentax K-70 has a fully articulated screen, the average camera does not.
77,100 higher expanded ISO
Pentax K-70 has a higher expanded ISO than the average camera (102,400 vs 25,300). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25,300.
What it is: The highest extended ISO setting available beyond the standard sensitivity range of the sensor.
When it matters: When you shoot in very dark conditions and want the option to push sensitivity beyond the normal ISO range.
Importance: MEDIUM
Pentax K-70 has a higher expanded ISO than the average camera (102,400 vs 25,300). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25,300.102,400 vs 25,300
8.04 MP higher resolution on the main camera
Pentax K-70 has a higher main camera resolution than the average camera (24.2 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a main camera resolution of 16.2 MP.
What it is: The effective resolution of the camera sensor, measured in megapixels (MP). Higher megapixels can capture more detail.
When it matters: When you want high-resolution photos that allow more cropping or larger prints.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: At least 20 MP
Pentax K-70 has a higher main camera resolution than the average camera (24.2 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a main camera resolution of 16.2 MP.24.24 MP vs 16.2 MP
Sensor cleaning system
Pentax K-70 includes a sensor cleaning system, the average camera does not.
Ultrasonic vibration cleaning.
What it is: A built-in mechanism designed to remove or reduce dust particles from the image sensor surface.
When it matters: When you change lenses often and want to reduce the chance of dust spots appearing on your images.
Importance: LOW
Pentax K-70 includes a sensor cleaning system, the average camera does not.
Fully articulated screen
Pentax K-70 has a fully articulated screen, the average camera does not.
Better viewfinder type
Pentax K-70 uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (optical vs none).
21.8% higher magnification
Pentax K-70 has a higher viewfinder magnification than the average camera (1x vs 0.78x). The average camera has a viewfinder magnification of 0.78x.
2 more customizable buttons
Pentax K-70 has more customizable buttons than the average camera (2 vs 0). The average camera offers 0 customizable buttons.
96,000 higher max ISO
Pentax K-70 has a higher max ISO than the average camera (102,400 vs 6,400). The average camera reaches a max ISO of 6,400.
77,100 higher expanded ISO
Pentax K-70 has a higher expanded ISO than the average camera (102,400 vs 25,300). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25,300.
8.04 MP higher resolution on the main camera
Pentax K-70 has a higher main camera resolution than the average camera (24.2 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a main camera resolution of 16.2 MP.
Sensor cleaning system
Pentax K-70 includes a sensor cleaning system, the average camera does not.
Higher DxOMark portrait score
Pentax K-70 has a higher DxOMark portrait score than the average camera (24.1 vs 23.0). The average camera scores 23.0.
505 points higher DxOMark Sports score
Pentax K-70 has a higher DxOMark sports score than the average camera (1,347 points vs 842 points). The average camera has a DxOMark sports score of 842 points.
0.57 µm larger main-camera pixels
Pentax K-70 has a higher main camera pixel size than the average camera (3.9 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average camera has a main camera pixel size of 3.34 µm.
Higher DxOMark landscape score
Pentax K-70 has a higher DxOMark landscape score than the average camera (13.1 vs 12.4). The average camera scores 12.4.
3 newer
Pentax K-70 is newer than the average camera (2016 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
In-body stabilization
Pentax K-70 supports in-body stabilization, the average camera does not.
Phase-detect AF for photos
Pentax K-70 supports phase-detection autofocus for photos, the average camera does not.
1,170 s longer maximum exposure
Pentax K-70 supports a longer maximum exposure than the average camera (1,200 s vs 30 s). The average camera supports a longest shutter speed of 30 s.
Built-in AF motor
Pentax K-70 has a built-in focus motor, the average camera does not.
Lossless compressed RAW
Pentax K-70 supports lossless compressed RAW, while the average camera does not.
0.5 stops higher CIPA stabilization rating
Pentax K-70 has a higher CIPA stabilization rating than the average camera (4.5 stops vs 4 stops). The average camera has a CIPA stabilization rating of 4 stops.
Has microphone input
Pentax K-70 has microphone input, the average camera does not.
Phase-detect AF in video
Pentax K-70 supports phase-detection autofocus in video, the average camera does not.
Built-in timelapse
Pentax K-70 includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
Supports 24p cinema mode
Pentax K-70 supports 24p cinema mode, the average camera does not. 44% of cameras support this mode.
80 shots longer battery life
Pentax K-70 has longer battery life than the average camera (410 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
Pentax K-70 supports Wi-Fi, the average camera does not. 47.8% of cameras support Wi-Fi.
Smartphone remote control
Pentax K-70 supports smartphone remote control, the average camera does not. 46.2% of cameras support smartphone remote control.

Connectivity & Storage

Why is Pentax K-70 worse than the average camera?

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74.2% heavier
Pentax K-70 is heavier than the average camera (688 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
19.1 mm taller body
Pentax K-70 is taller than the average camera (93 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
28 mm thicker
Pentax K-70 is thicker than the average camera (74 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
5.6 mm wider
Pentax K-70 is wider than the average camera (125.5 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
Worse low-light autofocus
Pentax K-70 has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (-3 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.
12 fewer AF points
Pentax K-70 has fewer focus points than the average camera (11 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
70 mAh smaller battery capacity
Pentax K-70 has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (1,050 mAh vs 1,120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1,120 mAh.
74.2% heavier
Pentax K-70 is heavier than the average camera (688 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
What it is: The total weight of the camera body, which affects comfort while carrying and shooting.
When it matters: When you carry the camera all day, travel often, or prefer a lighter setup.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: 500 g or less
Pentax K-70 is heavier than the average camera (688 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.688 g vs 395 g
Worse low-light autofocus
Pentax K-70 has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (-3 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.
What it is: The lowest light level at which the autofocus system is rated to work reliably.
When it matters: When you shoot in dim environments and need autofocus that still locks confidently after dark.
Importance: MEDIUM
Pentax K-70 has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (-3 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.-3 vs -4
12 fewer AF points
Pentax K-70 has fewer focus points than the average camera (11 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
What it is: The total number of selectable autofocus points available for positioning and tracking focus.
When it matters: When you want more flexibility in placing focus precisely or tracking subjects across the frame.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: At least 200 points
Pentax K-70 has fewer focus points than the average camera (11 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.11 vs 23
19.1 mm taller body
Pentax K-70 is taller than the average camera (93 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
What it is: The height of the camera body, measured from top to bottom.
When it matters: When you care about how compact the camera feels in a bag or in hand.
Importance: LOW
Pentax K-70 is taller than the average camera (93 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.93 mm vs 73.9 mm
28 mm thicker
Pentax K-70 is thicker than the average camera (74 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
What it is: The depth of the device profile, excluding the camera bump unless specified.
When it matters: When you prefer a sleek, slim profile that slides easily into tight pockets.
Importance: LOW
Pentax K-70 is thicker than the average camera (74 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.74 mm vs 46 mm
70 mAh smaller battery capacity
Pentax K-70 has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (1,050 mAh vs 1,120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1,120 mAh.
What it is: The amount of electric charge the battery can hold, measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
When it matters: When you want a general idea of how large the battery is physically.
Importance: LOW
Good value: At least 1,500 mAh
Pentax K-70 has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (1,050 mAh vs 1,120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1,120 mAh.1050 mAh vs 1120 mAh
5.6 mm wider
Pentax K-70 is wider than the average camera (125.5 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
What it is: The width of the camera body, measured from side to side.
When it matters: When compact packing, grip comfort, or bag fit matters to you.
Importance: LOW
Pentax K-70 is wider than the average camera (125.5 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.125.5 mm vs 119.9 mm

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Pentax K-70 with 18-135mm - Test, Reviews & Prices

The Pentax K-70 bundled with an 18-135mm lens is a weather-resistant digital SLR camera featuring an effective APS-C sensor size of 23.5 x 15.6 mm and a 7.5x optical zoom range equivalent to 27–207 mm. A major design pro of this camera is its robust physical build, which remains fully operational in freezing conditions down to -10°C. Additional ergonomic pros include a flexible...Read more

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