Panasonic S2 vs Pentax K-01

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic S2 versus Pentax K-01, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is relatively close but the S2 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) posses different sensor size.

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The S2 was launched 4 months before the K-01 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the S2 scores versus the K-01 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 and Pentax K-01. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S2 Gallery and Pentax K-01 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S2 features physical dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-01 has measurements of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") along with a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S2 versus Pentax K-01 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S2 and the K-01.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S2 and K-01 is 96 and 76 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The visual below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S2 and K-01.

As you can tell, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S2 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Pentax K-01 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively.