Panasonic ZS45 vs Pentax S1

Below is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic ZS45 vs Pentax S1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the ZS45 (16MP) and the S1 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ZS45 was brought out 3 years later than the S1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the ZS45 grades vs the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 and Pentax Optio S1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS45 has outer measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Pentax S1 has proportions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS45 vs Pentax S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the ZS45 vs the S1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS45 and S1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS45 and S1.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic ZS45 to give more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent ZS45 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.