Olympus 1s vs Pentax K100D S

Following is a extended assessment of the Olympus 1s and Pentax K100D S, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Olympus and Pentax. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the 1s (12MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the 1s (1/1.7") and K100D S (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The 1s was launched 7 years after the K100D S which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 1s grades against the K100D S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus 1s & Pentax K100D Super. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 1s Gallery & Pentax K100D S Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus 1s features outside measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Pentax K100D S has proportions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 1s and Pentax K100D S in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the 1s and the K100D S.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 1s and K100D S is 79 and 65 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1s and K100D S.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1s featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Olympus 1s will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher 1s will have a benefit in sensor technology.