Panasonic S1 vs Pentax KP

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax KP, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the S1 (24MP) and the KP (24MP) is very similar but the S1 (Full frame) and KP (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was brought out 2 years later than the KP and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S1 scores versus the KP in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Pentax KP. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Pentax KP Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 provides 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) whilst the Pentax KP has dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") along with a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax KP 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 have attached during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S1 compared to the KP.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and KP is 54 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and KP.

All in all, both cameras provide the same resolution but different sensor measurements. The S1 offers the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF easier. The younger S1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.