Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax S1
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Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 2/3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-112mm (F2.0-2.8) lens
- 350g - 117 x 70 x 57mm
- Revealed July 2012
- Replacement is Fujifilm X20
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced March 2011

Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax S1 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is fairly close but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and S1 (1/2.3") offer different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X10 was launched 17 months later than the S1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X10 scores versus the S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax S1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X10 & Pentax Optio S1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X10 over the Pentax S1
Fujifilm X10 | S1 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | ![]() | March 2011 | Fresher by 17 months |
Display dimensions | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Fujifilm X10
S1 | Fujifilm X10 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X10 and Pentax S1
Fujifilm X10 | S1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X10 comes with physical dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax S1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X10 vs the S1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X10 and S1 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X10 and S1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X10 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Pentax S1 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X10 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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Fujifilm X10 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Fujifilm X10 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model | Fujifilm X10 | Pentax Optio S1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-07-11 | 2011-03-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | EXR | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS I | CCD |
Sensor size | 2/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 8.8 x 6.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 58.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-2.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.8" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 85 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/1000 seconds | - |
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 (70, 30 fps), 320 x 240 (120 fps), 320 x 112 (200 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 350 grams (0.77 lb) | 157 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 70 x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 245 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-50 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $600 | $174 |