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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax S1

Portability
95 Imaging
34 Features
24 Overall
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 front
 
Pentax Optio S1 front
Portability
93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs

Panasonic FS25
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 148g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
  • Launched January 2009
Pentax S1
(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
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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax S1 Overview

Below is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic FS25 and Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FS25 was launched 3 years earlier than the S1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the FS25 grades vs the S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FS25 over the Pentax S1

		

		

			
 FS25 S1 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Panasonic FS25

		

		

			
 S1 FS25 
AnnouncedMarch 2011January 2009More recent by 25 months
Manually focus  Very exact focusing
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Panasonic FS25 and Pentax S1

		

		

			
 FS25 S1 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen  Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display  Neither includes Touch friendly display
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS25 features outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FS25 and Pentax S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the FS25 compared to the S1.
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax S1 size comparison
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and S1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax S1 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FS25 and S1.
Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax S1 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older FS25 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
	
			Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax S1 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Panasonic FS25 Portrait photography information
Pentax S1 Portrait photography information
26
 has face detect focus
 lack of manual focus
 lack of manual exposure
 no external flash support
 low resolution sensor (12MP)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 no RAW format
35
 focusing manually
 decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
 lack of manual mode
 cannot use external flash
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison
 Panasonic FS25 as a Street photography camera
 Pentax S1 as a Street photography camera
56
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 no articulating screen
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 no RAW format
56
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 screen does not articulate
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison
 Panasonic FS25 as a Sports photography camera
 Pentax S1 as a Sports photography camera
25
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
 no shutter priority
 low resolution sensor (12MP)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 no phase detect auto focus
39
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 decent sensor resolution (14MP)
 offers tracking focus
 slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
 lack of shutter priority mode
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Travel photography with Panasonic FS25
Travel photography with Pentax S1
51
 flash built-in
 doesn't have Timelapse function
 low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
 screen is not selfie friendly
 wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
64
 decent sensor resolution (14MP)
 flash built-in
 reasonably wide (28mm)
 lack of Time Lapse recording
 doesn't have selfie friendly screen
 slow max aperture (f3.5)
Photography Glossary
Landscape Comparison
 Panasonic FS25 as a Landscape photography camera
 Pentax S1 as a Landscape photography camera
32
 nice screen size (3 inches)
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 lack of manual focus
 can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
 wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
 lack of manual exposure
 low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 no RAW format
 doesn't have Timelapse function
42
 focusing manually
 reasonably wide (28mm)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
 fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
 slow max aperture (f3.5)
 screen is small (2.7")
 lack of manual mode
 very small sensor size (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW support
 lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison
Panasonic FS25 Vlogging factors
Pentax S1 Vlogging factors
28
 has image stabilization (Optical)
 has face detect focus
 wide angle not fantastic (29mm)
 sluggish maximum aperture (f3.3)
 screen is not selfie friendly
 low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
 doesn't have microphone socket
28
 reasonably wide (28mm)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 slow max aperture (f3.5)
 doesn't have selfie friendly screen
 video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
 lack of mic port
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Panasonic FS25 vs Pentax S1 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FS25 and Pentax S1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25Pentax Optio S1
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Pentax
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 Pentax Optio S1
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-01-27 2011-03-02
Body design Compact 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 12 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3 and  3:2 1:1, 4:3 and  16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 3216
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest boosted ISO 6400 -
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW data    
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Autofocus touch    
Autofocus continuous    
Single autofocus    
Tracking autofocus    
Autofocus selectice    
Autofocus center weighted    
Multi area autofocus    
Live view autofocus    
Face detection focus    
Contract detection focus    
Phase detection focus    
Total focus points 11 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 29-145mm (5.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.9 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing range 5cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch friendly    
Screen technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 2.0 frames per sec 1.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manually set exposure    
Custom white balance    
Image stabilization    
Inbuilt flash    
Flash distance 5.30 m 3.90 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
External flash    
AE bracketing    
WB bracketing    
Exposure
Multisegment metering    
Average metering    
Spot metering    
Partial metering    
AF area metering    
Center weighted metering    
Video features
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)
Highest video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video data 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
Environmental seal    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 148g (0.33 pounds) 157g (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1")
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 - 260 images
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature    
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch pricing $230 $174