Pentax K-S1 vs Sony H400
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Pentax K-S1 vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 558g - 121 x 93 x 70mm
- Announced August 2014
- Replacement is Pentax K-S2
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Released February 2014
Pentax K-S1 vs Sony H400 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Pentax K-S1 vs Sony H400, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Sony. The resolution of the K-S1 (20MP) and the H400 (20MP) is very well matched but the K-S1 (APS-C) and H400 (1/2.3") boast different sensor measurements.
Photography GlossaryThe K-S1 was unveiled 7 months later than the H400 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-S1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the K-S1 scores vs the H400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax K-S1 vs Sony H400 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-S1 Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax K-S1 over the Sony H400
K-S1 | H400 | |||
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Released | August 2014 | February 2014 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Pentax K-S1
H400 | K-S1 |
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Common features in the Pentax K-S1 and Sony H400
K-S1 | H400 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Pentax K-S1 vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-S1 provides outside dimensions of 121mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") along with a weight of 558 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst the Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") and a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Take a look at the Pentax K-S1 vs Sony H400 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the K-S1 vs the H400.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the K-S1 and H400 is 69 and 62 respectively.
Pentax K-S1 vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-S1 and H400.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor sizing. The K-S1 has got the larger sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF simpler. The more modern K-S1 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Pentax K-S1 vs Sony H400 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax K-S1 vs Sony H400 Specifications
Pentax K-S1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Sony |
Model | Pentax K-S1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-08-27 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Prime MII | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax KAF2 | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.4-6.5 |
Amount of lenses | 151 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.64x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.4 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) | 8.80 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto + redeye, on, on + redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync, manual | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30,25,24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60,50 fps) | 1280 X 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 558 grams (1.23 lbs) | 628 grams (1.38 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 121 x 93 x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1061 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 300 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI109 | - |
Self timer | Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $339 | $268 |