Canon N Facebook ready vs Pentax S1

Here is a thorough comparison of the Canon N Facebook ready versus Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the N Facebook ready (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The N Facebook ready was announced 2 years later than the S1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the N Facebook ready scores against the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot N Facebook ready and Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are available at Canon N Facebook ready Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon N Facebook ready features outside measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Canon N Facebook ready versus Pentax S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the N Facebook ready compared to the S1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the N Facebook ready and S1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the N Facebook ready and S1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax S1 to give greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent N Facebook ready is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.