Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax S1
Portability
91 Imaging
37 Features
46 Overall
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91 Imaging
37 Features
46 Overall
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Portability
93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
Panasonic ZS10
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 219g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22
Pentax S1
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(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced March 2011
Photography Glossary Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax S1 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Panasonic ZS10 and Pentax S1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS10 (14MP) and the S1 (14MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ZS10 grades versus the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 & Pentax Optio S1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS10 Gallery & Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS10 over the Pentax S1
| ZS10 | S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Panasonic ZS10
| S1 | ZS10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focus |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS10 and Pentax S1
| ZS10 | S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2011 |  | March 2011 | Similar age |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS10 comes with external measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the ZS10 vs the S1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS10 and S1 is 91 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS10 and S1.
As you can tell, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration.
Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
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sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
has manual focus
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual mode
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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has image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus via touch
lighter than average (219g)
no moving screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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long zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has tracking focus
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
bad battery pack (260 shots)
lack of phase detect auto focus
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14MP)
includes tracking focus
low frames per second (1.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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lighter than average (219g)
offers focus via touch
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (24mm)
very long zoom (384mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
bad battery pack (260 CIPA)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f3.3)
decent megapixels (14MP)
has built in flash
reasonably wide (28mm)
missing Timelapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.5)
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reasonably wide (24mm)
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
bad battery pack (260 shots)
does not have Timelapse mode
has manual focus
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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reasonably wide (24mm)
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than average (219 grams)
slow max aperture (f3.3)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have microphone port
reasonably wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone port
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Panasonic ZS10 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10 | Pentax Optio S1 |
| Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-TZ20 / Lumix DMC-TZ22 | - |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2011-01-25 | 2011-03-02 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-384mm (16.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
| Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 4 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m | 3.90 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
| 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 | BuiltIn | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 219g (0.48 pounds) | 157g (0.35 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 260 images | 260 images |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $350 | $174 |