Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-5 IIs

Below is a thorough review of the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax K-5 IIs, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and K-5 IIs (16MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and K-5 IIs (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The S1 was brought out 5 years later than the K-5 IIs and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-5 IIs being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple overview of how the S1 matches up vs the K-5 IIs in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Pentax K-5 IIs. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Pentax K-5 IIs Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1 enjoys exterior measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 IIs has proportions of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax K-5 IIs in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the S1 compared to the K-5 IIs.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and K-5 IIs is 54 and 60 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and K-5 IIs.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will offer you greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern S1 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.