Panasonic LUMIX ZS70
Score: 81/100
Ricoh GR IIIx
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Ricoh GR IIIx HDF is a premium compact APS-C camera featuring a 24-MP sensor, fast f/2.8 lens, and a built-in Highlight Diffusion Filter for a distinctive look. Its fixed focal length and lack of 4K video limit versatility for some users. Best suited for street and travel photographers who value image quality and creative rendering over zoom range.
The Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70S is a compact travel-zoom camera featuring a 20.3 MP sensor, 30× optical zoom and 4K video capability. Its small sensor and modest maximum aperture limit low-light performance, and it lacks modern USB-C connectivity. Ideal for travelers seeking versatile zoom and 4K video in a pocketable body.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
20.3 MP | 24.24 MPbest | |
30 xbest | 1 x | |
— | 2.8 fbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 322 g | 259 gbest |
— | 40 mmbest | |
10 fpsbest | — | |
3 inbest | 3 inbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Image(2) | ||
Megapixels (MP) | 20.3 MP | 24.24 MP |
ISO Range | 80-6400 | 100-102400 |
Lens(3) | ||
Optical Zoom (x) | 30 x | 1 x |
Maximum Aperture (f‑stop) (f) | 3.3-6.4 f | 2.8 f |
Focal Length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | 24-720 mm | 40 mm |
Video(1) | ||
Video Resolution | 4K | 1080p |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 322 g | 259 g |
Dimensions (W×H×D) (mm) | 112x67x41 mm mm | 208x170x262 mm |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB Interface | USB 2.0 | USB Type-C |
Display(1) | ||
Screen Resolution | 1040000 | 1037K dots |
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Professional reviewers consider the ZS70S a strong contender in the compact travel-zoom segment, praising its extensive 30× Leica lens, high-resolution sensor, 4K capabilities, and the rare inclusion of an electronic viewfinder. However, they caution that the small sensor and modest telephoto aperture limit low-light performance, and the absence of GPS and modern USB-C connectivity keep it a step behind newer rivals.
