Panasonic S1 vs Pentax ist DL2
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Panasonic S1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost 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
- Launched February 2019
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- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Pentax KAF Mount
- 565g - 125 x 93 x 66mm
- Introduced January 2006
Panasonic S1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Overview
Here is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax ist DL2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and ist DL2 (6MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and ist DL2 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S1 was introduced 13 years later than the ist DL2 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax ist DL2 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the S1 grades vs the ist DL2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic S1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Pentax ist DL2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Pentax ist DL2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Pentax ist DL2
S1 | ist DL2 | |||
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Introduced | February 2019 | January 2006 | Fresher by 159 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 210k | Clearer display (+1890k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax ist DL2 over the Panasonic S1
ist DL2 | S1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Pentax ist DL2
S1 | ist DL2 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic S1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 enjoys outside 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 ist DL2 has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax ist DL2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S1 versus the ist DL2.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and ist DL2 is 54 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic S1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The visual here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and ist DL2.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic S1 will deliver extra detail using its extra 18MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer S1 provides an advantage in sensor tech.
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Panasonic S1 vs Pentax ist DL2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | Pentax ist DL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | Pentax ist DL2 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2019-02-01 | 2006-01-27 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 5 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | Pentax KAF |
Total lenses | 30 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dot | 210k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | 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 reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/320 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | - |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | No |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1021 grams (2.25 lb) | 565 grams (1.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") | 125 x 93 x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 95 | 65 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.2 | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.5 | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 3333 | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | - | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Retail pricing | $2,498 | - |