Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-7

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic S1 and Pentax K-7, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and K-7 (15MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and K-7 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was introduced 9 years after the K-7 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-7 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the S1 grades versus the K-7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Pentax K-7. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Pentax K-7 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 enjoys outer 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-7 has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1 and Pentax K-7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S1 against the K-7.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and K-7 is 54 and 60 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and K-7.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S1 with its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic S1 will show more detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger S1 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.