Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1
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![Canon PowerShot SX150 IS front Canon PowerShot SX150 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX150-IS/Canon-SX150-IS-front.jpg)
![Pentax Optio S1 front Pentax Optio S1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-Optio-S1/Pentax-S1-front.jpg)
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Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Released May 2012
- Old Model is Canon SX130 IS
- New Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed March 2011
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Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 Overview
The following is a extensive review of the Canon SX150 IS versus Pentax S1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the SX150 IS (14MP) and the S1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SX150 IS was announced 15 months after the S1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX150 IS matches up against the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Pentax S1
SX150 IS | S1 | |||
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Revealed | May 2012 | ![]() | March 2011 | Newer by 15 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Canon SX150 IS
S1 | SX150 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Pentax S1
SX150 IS | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX150 IS features exterior measurements of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX150 IS versus Pentax S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX150 IS versus the S1.
![Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 size comparison Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX150-IS-vs-Pentax-Optio-S1-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX150 IS and S1 is 86 and 93 respectively.
![Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 top view buttons comparison Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX150-IS-vs-Pentax-Optio-S1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The pic underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX150 IS and S1.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images but you should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The newer SX150 IS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 sensor size comparison Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX150-IS-vs-Pentax-Optio-S1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX150-IS-vs-Pentax-Optio-S1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX150 IS vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Pentax Optio S1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2012-05-14 | 2011-03-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2500s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 306g (0.67 pounds) | 157g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 130 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $249 | $174 |