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Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-01

Portability
54
Imaging
75
Features
84
Overall
78
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 front
 
Pentax K-01 front
Portability
76
Imaging
57
Features
68
Overall
61

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-01 Key Specs

Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1021g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
  • Revealed February 2019
Pentax K-01
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
  • Revealed May 2012
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Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-01 Overview

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax K-01, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and K-01 (16MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and K-01 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The S1 was released 6 years later than the K-01 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the S1 scores vs the K-01 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Pentax K-01

 S1 K-01 
RevealedFebruary 2019May 2012More recent by 82 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display size3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k921kClearer display (+1179k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Panasonic S1

 K-01 S1 

Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Pentax K-01

 S1 K-01 
Manual focus More accurate focusing
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 features external measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-01 has sizing of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax K-01 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the S1 versus the K-01.

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-01 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and K-01 is 54 and 76 respectively.

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-01 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison

Often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and K-01.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger S1 should have an edge in sensor technology.

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-01 sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-01 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-01 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1 Portrait photography factors
Pentax K-01 Portrait photography factors
85
you can focus manually
above average flash sync speed (1/320s)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detect autofocus
saves RAW files
74
focusing manually
MP count decent (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection focusing
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S1 as a Street photography camera
Pentax K-01 as a Street photography camera
70
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
has focus via touch
weather proof
good high ISO (51,200)
heavier than competition in class (1,021 grams)
66
image stabilization (Sensor based)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen does not articulate
more heavy than average in class (561 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S1 Sports photography advice
Pentax K-01 Sports photography advice
76
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
silent mode (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
weather proof
low battery (380 per charge)
does not have phase detect autofocus
61
image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
great battery pack (540 shots)
max fps low (6.0 frames/s)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S1 Travel photography info
Pentax K-01 Travel photography info
59
weather proof
supports bluetooth
has focus via touch
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
low battery (380 shots)
heavier than competition in class (1,021g)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
65
great battery pack (540 shots)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
more heavy than average in class (561g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S1 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax K-01 as a Landscape photography camera
81
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Leica L mount)
decent sized screen (3.2")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
does not have anti aliasing filter
good high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW files
weather proof
has dual storage slots
low battery (380 per charge)
80
focusing manually
change lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
great battery pack (540 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1 Vlogging info
Pentax K-01 Vlogging info
32
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has mic jack
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
heavier than competition in class (1,021 grams)
34
image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detection focusing
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
has external microphone jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
more heavy than average in class (561 grams)
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Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1 and Pentax K-01
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1Pentax K-01
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Pentax
Model Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 Pentax K-01
Category Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2019-02-01 2012-05-30
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by Venus Engine -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame APS-C
Sensor measurements 35.6 x 23.8mm 23.7 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 847.3mm² 372.1mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 4928 x 3264
Max native ISO 51200 12800
Max enhanced ISO 204800 25600
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW photos
Lowest enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 225 81
Lens
Lens mount Leica L Pentax KAF2
Number of lenses 30 151
Crop factor 1 1.5
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3.2 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 2,100 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - TFT LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 5,760 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x -
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Max silent shutter speed 1/8000s -
Continuous shutter speed 9.0 frames/s 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 12.00 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/320s 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1021 gr (2.25 lb) 561 gr (1.24 lb)
Physical dimensions 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 95 79
DXO Color Depth score 25.2 23.7
DXO Dynamic range score 14.5 12.9
DXO Low light score 3333 1135
Other
Battery life 380 photos 540 photos
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - D-LI90
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage - SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 2 One
Cost at release $2,498 $899