Pentax S1 vs Samsung SL102
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Pentax S1 vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced March 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F) lens
- 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Also referred to as ES55

Pentax S1 vs Samsung SL102 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Pentax S1 versus Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the S1 (14MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The S1 was launched 2 years after the SL102 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S1 grades against the SL102 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung SL102 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio S1 and Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are provided at Pentax S1 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Samsung SL102
S1 | SL102 | |||
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Revealed | March 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 27 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Pentax S1
SL102 | S1 |
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Common features in the Pentax S1 and Samsung SL102
S1 | SL102 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Pentax S1 vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax S1 has physical dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL102 has specifications of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Pentax S1 versus Samsung SL102 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S1 against the SL102.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and SL102 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The pic here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and SL102.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Pentax S1 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent S1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Pentax S1 vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax S1 vs Samsung SL102 Specifications
Pentax Optio S1 | Samsung SL102 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio S1 | Samsung SL102 |
Otherwise known as | - | ES55 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-03-02 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 157g (0.35 lb) | 116g (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $174 | $130 |