Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-50

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.