Panasonic S1 vs Pentax K-x

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic S1 and Pentax K-x, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the S1 (12MP) and the K-x (12MP) is relatively similar but the S1 (1/2.3") and K-x (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was revealed 13 months after the K-x which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S1 matches up against the K-x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 & Pentax K-x. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Pentax K-x Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 enjoys 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) while the Pentax K-x has dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the S1 vs the K-x.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and K-x is 96 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over specifications. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and K-x.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The S1 offers the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult. The fresher S1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.