Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-30
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-30 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase 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
- Introduced August 2019
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Released October 2012
- Newer Model is Pentax K-50
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-30 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-30, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and K-30 (16MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and K-30 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S1H was manufactured 6 years later than the K-30 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S1H matches up versus the K-30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-30 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Pentax K-30. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Pentax K-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Pentax K-30
S1H | K-30 | |||
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Released | August 2019 | October 2012 | More recent by 84 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2330k | 921k | Sharper display (+1409k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Panasonic S1H
K-30 | S1H |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Pentax K-30
S1H | K-30 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing |
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-30 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1H comes with exterior dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Pentax K-30 has dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
See the Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S1H versus the K-30.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and K-30 is 52 and 63 respectively.
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The visual below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and K-30.
All in all, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S1H because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic S1H will offer greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher S1H provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Pentax K-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Pentax K-30 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2019-08-28 | 2012-10-29 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | Prime M |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 30 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 2,330 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/320 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 5952x3988 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1052 grams (2.32 pounds) | 650 grams (1.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1129 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 410 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Launch cost | $3,998 | $525 |