Panasonic S2 vs Pentax K20D
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Panasonic S2 vs Pentax K20D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 112g - 98 x 57 x 21mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 800g - 142 x 101 x 70mm
- Released June 2008
- Superseded the Pentax K10D
Panasonic S2 vs Pentax K20D Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic S2 and Pentax K20D, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the K20D (15MP) is fairly similar but the S2 (1/2.3") and K20D (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S2 was released 3 years later than the K20D and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S2 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K20D being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S2 grades vs the K20D for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic S2 vs Pentax K20D Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 and Pentax K20D. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S2 Gallery and Pentax K20D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S2 over the Pentax K20D
S2 | K20D | |||
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Released | January 2012 | June 2008 | Fresher by 44 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax K20D over the Panasonic S2
K20D | S2 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Panasonic S2 and Pentax K20D
S2 | K20D | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Panasonic S2 vs Pentax K20D Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S2 has got external dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) while the Pentax K20D has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic S2 and Pentax K20D in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S2 against the K20D.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S2 and K20D is 96 and 59 respectively.
Panasonic S2 vs Pentax K20D Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S2 and K20D.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S2 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Pentax K20D will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S2 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic S2 vs Pentax K20D Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | Pentax K20D | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 | Pentax K20D |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Launched | 2012-01-09 | 2008-06-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 15 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4672 x 3104 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow, Rear curtain, wireless |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 112 gr (0.25 lb) | 800 gr (1.76 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 57 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 142 x 101 x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | D-LI50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $109 | $700 |