Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax S1
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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 157g - 102 x 60 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2012
(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
- Launched March 2011

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax S1 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. The resolution of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (16MP) and the S1 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm Z1000EXR (1/2") and S1 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm Z1000EXR was manufactured 11 months after the S1 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm Z1000EXR grades versus the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax S1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR and Pentax Optio S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm Z1000EXR Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z1000EXR over the Pentax S1
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | S1 | |||
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Launched | January 2012 | ![]() | March 2011 | More modern by 11 months |
Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Fujifilm Z1000EXR
S1 | Fujifilm Z1000EXR | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and Pentax S1
Fujifilm Z1000EXR | S1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR features exterior measurements of 102mm x 60mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm Z1000EXR versus Pentax S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR against the S1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and S1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm Z1000EXR and S1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm Z1000EXR due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm Z1000EXR will produce extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm Z1000EXR will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

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Fujifilm Z1000EXR vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix Z1000EXR | Pentax Optio S1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-01-05 | 2011-03-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | EXRCMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.4 x 4.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 30.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-4.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 9cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.6 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 11.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.70 m (Wide: 30 cm–3.0 m / Tele: 1.0m–2.1 m) | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 157 grams (0.35 lbs) | 157 grams (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 60 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 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 | 220 images | 260 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-45A | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Auto release, Auto shutter (Dog, Cat), Couple, Portrait) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $0 | $174 |