Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax S1
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 493g - 120 x 81 x 92mm
- Launched July 2012
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ62
(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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The following is a thorough review of the Panasonic FZ60 versus Pentax S1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the FZ60 (16MP) and the S1 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FZ60 was announced 17 months after the S1 making them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ60 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FZ60 grades against the S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ60 over the Pentax S1
| FZ60 | S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2012 |  | March 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
| Display size | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Panasonic FZ60
| S1 | FZ60 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic FZ60 and Pentax S1
| FZ60 | S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ60 offers exterior measurements of 120mm x 81mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FZ60 versus the S1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ60 and S1 is 68 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ60 and S1.
Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FZ60 to produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent FZ60 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ60 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ60 | Pentax Optio S1 |
| Also called | Lumix DMC-FZ62 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2012-07-18 | 2011-03-02 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| 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 | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Screen LCD Display | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 202 thousand dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 13.50 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 493 grams (1.09 pounds) | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 120 x 81 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 450 images | 260 images |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $350 | $174 |
