Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-3 II

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax K-3 II, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the S1 (12MP) and K-3 II (24MP) and the S1 (1/2.3") and K-3 II (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The S1 was announced 5 years before the K-3 II which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the S1 matches up vs the K-3 II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 and Pentax K-3 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Pentax K-3 II Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 features physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Pentax K-3 II has dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1 versus Pentax K-3 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S1 compared to the K-3 II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and K-3 II is 96 and 59 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and K-3 II.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF more challenging and the Pentax K-3 II will provide greater detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged S1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.