Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K-S1
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Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K-S1 Key Specs
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- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Announced October 2009
- Later Model is Panasonic GF2
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- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 558g - 121 x 93 x 70mm
- Launched August 2014
- Updated by Pentax K-S2
Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K-S1 Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Panasonic GF1 versus Pentax K-S1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the GF1 (12MP) and K-S1 (20MP) and the GF1 (Four Thirds) and K-S1 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe GF1 was manufactured 5 years prior to the K-S1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the GF1 matches up against the K-S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K-S1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and Pentax K-S1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF1 Gallery and Pentax K-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Pentax K-S1
GF1 | K-S1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-S1 over the Panasonic GF1
K-S1 | GF1 | |||
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Launched | August 2014 | October 2009 | Newer by 59 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic GF1 and Pentax K-S1
GF1 | K-S1 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lack of Touch display |
Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K-S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Pentax K-S1 has sizing of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic GF1 versus Pentax K-S1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the GF1 compared to the K-S1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF1 and K-S1 is 85 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K-S1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The image here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF1 and K-S1.
Plainly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GF1 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Pentax K-S1 will provide greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged GF1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic GF1 vs Pentax K-S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | Pentax K-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | Pentax K-S1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2009-10-14 | 2014-08-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD | Prime MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Total lenses | 107 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 5.4fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto + redeye, on, on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD Lite | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 385 gr (0.85 lbs) | 558 gr (1.23 lbs) |
Dimensions | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") | 121 x 93 x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 54 | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.2 | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | 513 | 1061 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 410 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/MMC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $400 | $339 |