Panasonic FZ28 vs Pentax S1

Following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic FZ28 and Pentax S1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and S1 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ28 was announced 3 years earlier than the S1 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FZ28 grades versus the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 & Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ28 has got outside measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) and the Pentax S1 has proportions 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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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ28 against the S1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ28 and S1 is 72 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ28 and S1.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Pentax S1 to offer you more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.