Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax S1
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 327g - 112 x 69 x 42mm
- Launched February 2018
- Also Known as Lumix DC-TZ95
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS70
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced March 2011
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax S1 Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax S1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the ZS80 (20MP) and S1 (14MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe ZS80 was brought out 7 years later than the S1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the ZS80 matches up vs the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax S1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 & Pentax Optio S1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS80 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS80 over the Pentax S1
ZS80 | S1 | |||
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Announced | February 2018 | March 2011 | Fresher by 85 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Sharper display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Panasonic ZS80
S1 | ZS80 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS80 and Pentax S1
ZS80 | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing |
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS80 enjoys exterior measurements of 112mm x 69mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 327 grams (0.72 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax S1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS80 vs the S1.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ZS80 and S1 is 86 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS80 and S1.
As you can see, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic ZS80 to provide you with more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent ZS80 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic ZS80 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80 | Pentax Optio S1 |
Also called as | Lumix DC-TZ95 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2018-02-18 | 2011-03-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,330k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.53x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m (with Auto ISO) | 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 |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 327 gr (0.72 lb) | 157 gr (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 69 x 42mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 380 photos | 260 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $448 | $174 |