Panasonic S1H vs Pentax Efina
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax Efina Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Revealed August 2019
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 91g - 87 x 54 x 21mm
- Launched June 2013
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax Efina Overview
Here is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic S1H vs Pentax Efina, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and Efina (14MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and Efina (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S1H was released 6 years later than the Efina and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Efina being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S1H scores versus the Efina when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax Efina Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Pentax Efina. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Pentax Efina Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Pentax Efina
S1H | Efina | |||
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Launched | August 2019 | June 2013 | Fresher by 76 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 2330k | 230k | Crisper screen (+2100k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Efina over the Panasonic S1H
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Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Pentax Efina
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax Efina Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1H enjoys exterior measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") and a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Pentax Efina has dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 91 grams (0.20 lbs).
Check the Panasonic S1H vs Pentax Efina in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S1H versus the Efina.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1H and Efina is 52 and 97 respectively.
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax Efina Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and Efina.
As you can see, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1H featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1H will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher S1H is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax Efina Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Pentax Efina | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Pentax Efina |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2019-08-28 | 2013-06-03 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 1600 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 225 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 20cm |
Available lenses | 30 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Display resolution | 2,330 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/320 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720, 640 x 480 |
Max video resolution | 5952x3988 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1052 gr (2.32 lbs) | 91 gr (0.20 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 87 x 54 x 21mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 shots | 200 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Cost at launch | $3,998 | $10 |