Nikon S570 vs Pentax S1
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Nikon S570 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed August 2009
(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
- Introduced March 2011
Nikon S570 vs Pentax S1 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon S570 and Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Pentax. The resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S570 was announced 19 months before the S1 which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S570 matches up versus the S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon S570 vs Pentax S1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon S570 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Pentax S1
S570 | S1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Nikon S570
S1 | S570 | |||
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Introduced | March 2011 | August 2009 | More modern by 19 months | |
Focus manually | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Pentax S1
S570 | S1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon S570 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S570 features outer measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while 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).
Look at the Nikon S570 and Pentax S1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S570 vs the S1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and S1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S570 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The image underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S570 and S1.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax S1 to give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged S570 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon S570 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Pentax |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Pentax Optio S1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-04 | 2011-03-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) | 157 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 | - | 260 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL10 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $180 | $174 |