Olympus 7040 vs Pentax S1

Here is a in depth assessment of the Olympus 7040 vs Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the 7040 (14MP) and the S1 (14MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 7040 was announced 13 months earlier than the S1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the 7040 scores against the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 7040 and Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus 7040 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 7040 offers outside dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Olympus 7040 vs Pentax S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the 7040 versus the S1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 7040 and S1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 7040 and S1.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older 7040 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.