Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-50
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Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-50 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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
- Released February 2019
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed November 2013
- Succeeded the Pentax K-30
Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-50 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic S1 and Pentax K-50, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and K-50 (16MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and K-50 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S1 was unveiled 5 years later than the K-50 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S1 matches up vs the K-50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-50 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Pentax K-50. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Pentax K-50
S1 | K-50 | |||
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Revealed | February 2019 | November 2013 | More recent by 64 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 921k | Crisper display (+1179k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-50 over the Panasonic S1
K-50 | S1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Pentax K-50
S1 | K-50 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-50 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 has got physical measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Pentax K-50 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic S1 and Pentax K-50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the S1 vs the K-50.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1 and K-50 is 54 and 63 respectively.
Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-50 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and K-50.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S1 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1 will deliver more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern S1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-50 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-50 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | Pentax K-50 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | Pentax K-50 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Released | 2019-02-01 | 2013-11-27 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | PRIME M |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 51600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 30 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0fps | 6.0fps |
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 options | 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 Sync, Slow Sync+Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/320 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1021 gr (2.25 lb) | 650 gr (1.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 95 | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.2 | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.5 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | 3333 | 1120 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | 410 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $2,498 | $610 |