Panasonic S1R vs Pentax X90
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Panasonic S1R vs Pentax X90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1020g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Released February 2019
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Revealed July 2010

Panasonic S1R vs Pentax X90 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic S1R versus Pentax X90, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and X90 (12MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and X90 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

The S1R was manufactured 8 years after the X90 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S1R scores against the X90 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic S1R vs Pentax X90 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Pentax X90. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Pentax X90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Pentax X90
S1R | X90 | |||
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Revealed | February 2019 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 105 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+1870k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Panasonic S1R
X90 | S1R |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1R and Pentax X90
S1R | X90 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic S1R vs Pentax X90 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1R offers physical measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Pentax X90 has dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic S1R versus Pentax X90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the S1R against the X90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and X90 is 54 and 69 respectively.

Panasonic S1R vs Pentax X90 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and X90.
To sum up, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1R because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic S1R will show extra detail due to its extra 35MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer S1R is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic S1R vs Pentax X90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic S1R vs Pentax X90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | Pentax X90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | Pentax X90 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2019-02-01 | 2010-07-06 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | Prime |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 47 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 8000 x 6000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
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 | - | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 30 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 9.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/320s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1020g (2.25 pounds) | 428g (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 100 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 3525 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-L106 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Price at launch | $3,698 | $350 |