Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax K-S1
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax K-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Released January 2014
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS30
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS40
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 558g - 121 x 93 x 70mm
- Announced August 2014
- Replacement is Pentax K-S2
Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax K-S1 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax K-S1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The image resolution of the ZS35 (16MP) and the K-S1 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the ZS35 (1/2.3") and K-S1 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe ZS35 was introduced 7 months earlier than the K-S1 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera and the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the ZS35 matches up vs the K-S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax K-S1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 & Pentax K-S1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic ZS35 Gallery & Pentax K-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Pentax K-S1
ZS35 | K-S1 | |||
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Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Reasons to pick Pentax K-S1 over the Panasonic ZS35
K-S1 | ZS35 | |||
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Announced | August 2014 | January 2014 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS35 and Pentax K-S1
ZS35 | K-S1 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax K-S1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS35 offers outside measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Pentax K-S1 has specifications of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") along with a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax K-S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS35 vs the K-S1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ZS35 and K-S1 is 89 and 69 respectively.
Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax K-S1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The visual here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS35 and K-S1.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ZS35 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Pentax K-S1 will give you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older ZS35 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax K-S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Pentax K-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | Pentax K-S1 |
Alternate name | Lumix DMC-TZ55 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2014-08-27 |
Body design | Compact | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Prime MII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 21 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax KAF2 |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 151 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.64x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/6000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 5.4 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, auto + redeye, on, on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 305 gr (0.67 lb) | 558 gr (1.23 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 121 x 93 x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1061 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 410 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI109 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $300 | $339 |