Panasonic S1 vs Pentax ist DL2

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.