Panasonic FZ80 vs Pentax S1

In this article, we are reviewing the Panasonic FZ80 and Pentax S1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ80 (18MP) and S1 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FZ80 was introduced 5 years later than the S1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FZ80 grades versus the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 and Pentax Optio S1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ80 offers physical dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") with a weight of 616 grams (1.36 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).

Look at the Panasonic FZ80 and Pentax S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ80 versus the S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ80 and S1 is 63 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ80 and S1.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ80 to render more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent FZ80 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.