Panasonic ZS35 vs Pentax K-S1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.