Casio EX-100 vs Pentax S1

On this page, we will be looking at the Casio EX-100 vs Pentax S1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Casio and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and S1 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The EX-100 was revealed 2 years after the S1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the EX-100 grades vs the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Pentax Optio S1. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Casio EX-100 has outer dimensions of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") having a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-100 vs Pentax S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the EX-100 vs the S1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-100 and S1 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out technical specs. The pic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-100 and S1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The EX-100 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Pentax S1 will produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher EX-100 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.