Nikon S810c vs Pentax S1
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Nikon S810c vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Revealed April 2014
(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

Nikon S810c vs Pentax S1 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Nikon S810c versus Pentax S1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the S810c (16MP) and the S1 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S810c was launched 3 years after the S1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S810c scores versus the S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon S810c vs Pentax S1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S810c and Pentax Optio S1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S810c Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Pentax S1
S810c | S1 | |||
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Launched | April 2014 | ![]() | March 2011 | More modern by 38 months |
Screen dimension | 3.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+999k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Nikon S810c
S1 | S810c | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Nikon S810c and Pentax S1
S810c | S1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S810c vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S810c features outside dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst 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 Nikon S810c versus Pentax S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S810c vs the S1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S810c and S1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S810c vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S810c and S1.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon S810c to offer more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger S810c should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S810c vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S810c vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S810c | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Pentax |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S810c | Pentax Optio S1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-04-10 | 2011-03-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.3 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 1,229k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216 grams (0.48 pounds) | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photos | 260 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL23 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $350 | $174 |