Panasonic S1H vs Pentax S1
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump 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
- Launched August 2019
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed March 2011
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax S1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Panasonic S1H and Pentax S1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and S1 (14MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and S1 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S1H was launched 8 years later than the S1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S1H matches up versus the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax S1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Pentax Optio S1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Pentax S1
S1H | S1 | |||
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Revealed | August 2019 | March 2011 | More recent by 104 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 2330k | 230k | Clearer screen (+2100k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Panasonic S1H
S1 | S1H |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Pentax S1
S1H | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing |
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1H comes with external dimensions 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 S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
See the Panasonic S1H and Pentax S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S1H vs the S1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and S1 is 52 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1H and S1.
As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S1H featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1H will offer more detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent S1H is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Pentax Optio S1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2019-08-28 | 2011-03-02 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 surface area | 847.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 30 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,330k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.90 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, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/320 seconds | - |
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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 5952x3988 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1052g (2.32 pounds) | 157g (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 260 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Two | One |
Pricing at launch | $3,998 | $174 |