Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K-50

Here is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K-50, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and K-50 (16MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and K-50 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was revealed 5 years later than the K-50 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-50 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S1R grades versus the K-50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Pentax K-50. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Pentax K-50 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1R enjoys outside dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-50 has measurements of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S1R vs Pentax K-50 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S1R vs the K-50.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S1R and K-50 is 54 and 63 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and K-50.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1R with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will give more detail because of its extra 31MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The newer S1R will have an advantage in sensor tech.