Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-30
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Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 650g - 130 x 97 x 71mm
- Launched October 2012
- Updated by Pentax K-50
Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-30 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the XS1 (16MP) and the K-30 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the XS1 (1/2.3") and K-30 (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe XS1 was introduced 3 months later than the K-30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the XS1 scores against the K-30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 and Pentax K-30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic XS1 Gallery and Pentax K-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Pentax K-30
XS1 | K-30 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax K-30 over the Panasonic XS1
K-30 | XS1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic XS1 and Pentax K-30
XS1 | K-30 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | October 2012 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-30 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic XS1 has exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-30 has sizing of 130mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the XS1 compared to the K-30.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XS1 and K-30 is 97 and 63 respectively.
Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The graphic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the XS1 and K-30.
All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizing. The XS1 offers the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging.
Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-30 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic XS1 vs Pentax K-30 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Pentax K-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Pentax K-30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2013-01-07 | 2012-10-29 |
Physical type | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Prime M |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD monitor with brightness/color adjustment and AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.61x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye,Slow Sync, Slow Sync+ Redeye, Trailing Curtain Sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50,30,25,24 fps), 640 x 424 (30,25,24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 103g (0.23 pounds) | 650g (1.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") | 130 x 97 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 79 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1129 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | 410 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109,4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $130 | $525 |