Panasonic S1H vs Pentax MX-1

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic S1H and Pentax MX-1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and MX-1 (12MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and MX-1 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1H was introduced 6 years later than the MX-1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax MX-1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S1H grades vs the MX-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Pentax MX-1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Pentax MX-1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1H has got outside dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") having a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax MX-1 has proportions of 122mm x 61mm x 51mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 2.0") having a weight of 391 grams (0.86 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1H and Pentax MX-1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S1H and the MX-1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and MX-1 is 52 and 84 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S1H and MX-1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1H with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1H will provide you with extra detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent S1H will have an edge in sensor innovation.