Panasonic S1H vs Pentax W60
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax W60 Key Specs
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- 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
- Released August 2019
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 165g - 98 x 56 x 25mm
- Launched July 2009
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax W60 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Panasonic S1H versus Pentax W60, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and W60 (10MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and W60 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S1H was introduced 10 years later than the W60 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax W60 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the S1H matches up vs the W60 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax W60 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Pentax Optio W60. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Pentax W60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Pentax W60
S1H | W60 | |||
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Launched | August 2019 | July 2009 | Fresher by 124 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 2330k | 230k | Clearer screen (+2100k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Panasonic S1H
W60 | S1H |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Pentax W60
S1H | W60 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus |
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera often, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H features outside dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax W60 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Panasonic S1H versus Pentax W60 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S1H vs the W60.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1H and W60 is 52 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic S1H vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and W60.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1H with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic S1H will offer more detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger S1H should have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic S1H vs Pentax W60 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Pentax Optio W60 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Pentax Optio W60 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2019-08-28 | 2009-07-01 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 30 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,330k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
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 | 9.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps |
Max video resolution | 5952x3988 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1052 grams (2.32 lb) | 165 grams (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Price at launch | $3,998 | $300 |