Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-x
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-x Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Revealed August 2019
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Raise to 12800)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 580g - 123 x 92 x 68mm
- Launched December 2009
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-x Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic S1H versus Pentax K-x, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and K-x (12MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and K-x (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S1H was launched 9 years after the K-x which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S1H grades against the K-x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-x Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Pentax K-x. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Pentax K-x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Pentax K-x
S1H | K-x | |||
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Launched | August 2019 | December 2009 | Newer by 118 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 2330k | 230k | Crisper screen (+2100k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-x over the Panasonic S1H
K-x | S1H |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Pentax K-x
S1H | K-x | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing |
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-x Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1H enjoys exterior measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-x has proportions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic S1H versus Pentax K-x in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the S1H versus the K-x.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and K-x is 52 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-x Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1H and K-x.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S1H because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1H will show more detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent S1H should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax K-x Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Pentax K-x | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Pentax K-x |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Revealed | 2019-08-28 | 2009-12-23 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 23.6 x 15.8mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 372.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Pentax KAF2 |
Number of lenses | 30 | 151 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 2,330k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 96 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 16.00 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, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear curtain, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/320 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 416 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 5952x3988 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) | 580 grams (1.28 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 123 x 92 x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 811 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photographs | 1900 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Price at release | $3,998 | $600 |