Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS100/Panasonic-ZS100-front.jpg)
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Revealed January 2016
- Additionally referred to as Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS200
(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
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 Overview
Below is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic ZS100 versus Pentax S1, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the ZS100 (20MP) and S1 (14MP) and the ZS100 (1") and S1 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.
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The ZS100 was revealed 4 years later than the S1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the ZS100 matches up versus the S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 and Pentax Optio S1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS100 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Pentax S1
ZS100 | S1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | March 2011 | More recent by 59 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Panasonic ZS100
S1 | ZS100 |
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Common features in the Panasonic ZS100 and Pentax S1
ZS100 | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZS100 comes with external measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Pentax S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic ZS100 versus Pentax S1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS100 vs the S1.
![Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 size comparison Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS100-vs-Pentax-Optio-S1-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the ZS100 and S1 is 87 and 93 respectively.
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS100 and S1.
Clearly, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ZS100 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic ZS100 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger ZS100 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
![Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 sensor size comparison Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS100-vs-Pentax-Optio-S1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS100-vs-Pentax-Optio-S1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic ZS100 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | Pentax Optio S1 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-TZ100 | - |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2016-01-05 | 2011-03-02 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | MOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.9fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 312 grams (0.69 pounds) | 157 grams (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 70 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 559 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 260 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $700 | $174 |