Panasonic S3 vs Pentax K-01
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Panasonic S3 vs Pentax K-01 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 (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 561g - 122 x 79 x 58mm
- Released May 2012
Panasonic S3 vs Pentax K-01 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic S3 and Pentax K-01, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the S3 (14MP) and the K-01 (16MP) is pretty close but the S3 (1/2.3") and K-01 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S3 was introduced 17 months earlier than the K-01 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S3 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S3 matches up against the K-01 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic S3 vs Pentax K-01 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 & Pentax K-01. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S3 Gallery & Pentax K-01 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S3 over the Pentax K-01
S3 | K-01 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-01 over the Panasonic S3
K-01 | S3 | |||
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Released | May 2012 | January 2011 | More modern by 17 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic S3 and Pentax K-01
S3 | K-01 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic S3 vs Pentax K-01 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S3 features exterior 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-01 has proportions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") having a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs).
Check the Panasonic S3 and Pentax K-01 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S3 against the K-01.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S3 and K-01 is 96 and 76 respectively.
Panasonic S3 vs Pentax K-01 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S3 and K-01.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S3 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Pentax K-01 will provide you with more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged S3 will be behind in sensor tech.
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Panasonic S3 vs Pentax K-01 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | Pentax K-01 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | Pentax K-01 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2012-05-30 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.30 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps),1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 117 grams (0.26 pounds) | 561 grams (1.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 122 x 79 x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1135 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 540 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $110 | $899 |