Panasonic LX10 vs Pentax K-S1

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic LX10 versus Pentax K-S1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the LX10 (20MP) and the K-S1 (20MP) is very similar but the LX10 (1") and K-S1 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The LX10 was announced 2 years after the K-S1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the LX10 grades against the K-S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10 and Pentax K-S1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic LX10 Gallery and Pentax K-S1 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic LX10 has got outside dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Pentax K-S1 has specifications of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") with a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic LX10 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 change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the LX10 versus the K-S1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the LX10 and K-S1 is 88 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the LX10 and K-S1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor dimensions. The LX10 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult. The fresher LX10 should have an edge in sensor technology.