Panasonic S1 vs Pentax Efina

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax Efina, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and Efina (14MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and Efina (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The S1 was revealed 5 years later than the Efina and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S1 grades vs the Efina in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Pentax Efina. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Pentax Efina Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 comes with outer dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Pentax Efina has specifications of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax Efina in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the S1 vs the Efina.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and Efina is 54 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and Efina.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will render greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern S1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.