Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax K-S1

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic LZ40 vs Pentax K-S1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the LZ40 (20MP) and the K-S1 (20MP) is relatively similar but the LZ40 (1/2.3") and K-S1 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The LZ40 was announced 7 months prior to the K-S1 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the LZ40 scores vs the K-S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40 & Pentax K-S1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic LZ40 Gallery & Pentax K-S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic LZ40 enjoys physical measurements of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") having a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Pentax K-S1 has dimensions of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the LZ40 against the K-S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the LZ40 and K-S1 is 67 and 69 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the LZ40 and K-S1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The LZ40 offers the tinier sensor which will make getting bokeh trickier. The older LZ40 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.