Panasonic G3 vs Pentax S1
83 Imaging
51 Features
62 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Panasonic G3 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Succeeded the Panasonic G2
- Newer Model is Panasonic G5
(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
- Released March 2011
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax S1 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic G3 vs Pentax S1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the S1 (14MP) is fairly close but the G3 (Four Thirds) and S1 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe G3 was brought out 5 months later than the S1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the G3 scores against the S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax S1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 and Pentax Optio S1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G3 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Pentax S1
G3 | S1 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Panasonic G3
S1 | G3 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G3 and Pentax S1
G3 | S1 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | March 2011 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing |
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G3 enjoys outer dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic G3 vs Pentax S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the G3 against the S1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G3 and S1 is 83 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 and S1.
As you can tell, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G3 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic G3 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively.
Panasonic G3 vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G3 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Pentax Optio S1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-11 | 2011-03-02 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 107 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 336 grams (0.74 lb) | 157 grams (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 56 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 667 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 pictures | 260 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $500 | $174 |