Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax S1
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Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 2009
(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
- Introduced March 2011
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Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax S1, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is fairly comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FS12 was revealed 22 months earlier than the S1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the FS12 matches up versus the S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Pentax S1
| FS12 | S1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Panasonic FS12
| S1 | FS12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | March 2011 |  | April 2009 | Fresher by 22 months |
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FS12 and Pentax S1
| FS12 | S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither includes Touch display |
Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FS12 features physical dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Pentax S1 has specifications of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FS12 and the S1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS12 and S1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and S1.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Pentax S1 to provide more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older FS12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FS12 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | Pentax Optio S1 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-04-17 | 2011-03-02 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 31-124mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 6.30 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 129g (0.28 lbs) | 157g (0.35 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 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 | - | 260 images |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $228 | $174 |