Panasonic FX78 vs Pentax S1

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX78 was launched very close to the S1 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FX78 matches up versus the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Pentax Optio S1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX78 offers outer measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Pentax S1 has measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FX78 and Pentax S1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FX78 compared to the S1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FX78 and S1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FX78 and S1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax S1 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.