Pentax K-x vs Pentax S1

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Pentax K-x versus Pentax S1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K-x (12MP) and the S1 (14MP) is very similar but the K-x (APS-C) and S1 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The K-x was brought out 14 months earlier than the S1 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K-x being a Compact SLR camera and the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the K-x grades versus the S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax K-x and Pentax Optio S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax K-x Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Pentax K-x provides outer dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 68mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) while the Pentax S1 has dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax K-x versus Pentax S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the K-x against the S1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the K-x and S1 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The pic underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-x and S1.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The K-x due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Pentax S1 will offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged K-x is going to be behind in sensor innovation.