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Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1

Portability
68
Imaging
37
Features
40
Overall
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 front
 
Pentax Optio S1 front
Portability
93
Imaging
37
Features
31
Overall
34

Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs

Panasonic FZ40
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
  • 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
  • Released July 2010
  • Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FZ45
Pentax S1
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • 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
Photography Glossary

Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the S1 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ40 was launched 7 months earlier than the S1 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ40 scores vs the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Pentax S1

 FZ40 S1 
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Panasonic FZ40

 S1 FZ40 
AnnouncedMarch 2011July 2010Newer by 7 months

Common features in the Panasonic FZ40 and Pentax S1

 FZ40 S1 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Neither comes with Touch screen

Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ40 comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ40 vs the S1.

Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ40 and S1 is 68 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specifications. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ40 and S1.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you can expect similar quality of photos though you should really take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged FZ40 is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FZ40 Portrait photography info
Pentax S1 Portrait photography info
46
has manual focus
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
supports RAW files
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
35
manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
no manual control
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FZ40 as a Street photography camera
Pentax S1 as a Street photography camera
51
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports RAW files
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
more heavy than average (494 grams)
56
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FZ40 Sports photography factors
Pentax S1 Sports photography factors
43
great zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
low fps (2.0 frames/s)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
39
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
supports tracking focus
max frames per second very slow (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic FZ40
Travel photography with Pentax S1
54
megapixel count good (14MP)
flash built-in
decently wide (25mm)
great zoom (600mm)
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than average (494g)
does not have selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
64
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
no Time Lapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FZ40 as a Landscape photography camera
Pentax S1 as a Landscape photography camera
51
has manual focus
decently wide (25mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14 megapixels)
supports RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no Timelapse mode
42
manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
no RAW files
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FZ40 as a Vlogging camera
Pentax S1 as a Vlogging camera
23
decently wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone port
more heavy than average (494g)
28
rather wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic port
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Pentax S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FZ40 and Pentax S1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40Pentax Optio S1
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Pentax
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 Pentax Optio S1
Also Known as Lumix DMC-FZ45 -
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-07-21 2011-03-02
Body design SLR-like (bridge) Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine HD II -
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 surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 14 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4320 x 3240 4288 x 3216
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Lowest native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 9
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-600mm (24.0x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Max aperture f/2.8-5.2 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus distance 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.7 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen technology - TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 4 seconds
Maximum 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
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 9.50 m 3.90 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format AVCHD Lite 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 494 gr (1.09 pounds) 157 gr (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 260 photos
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - D-LI92
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $420 $174