Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB750
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Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB750 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
- Announced March 2011
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-432mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 25mm
- Launched September 2011
Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB750 Overview
Below is a thorough analysis of the Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB750, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the S1 (14MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is very comparable and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe S1 was announced 6 months prior to the WB750 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the S1 grades versus the WB750 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB750 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio S1 and Samsung WB750. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax S1 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Samsung WB750
S1 | WB750 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung WB750 over the Pentax S1
WB750 | S1 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax S1 and Samsung WB750
S1 | WB750 | |||
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Launched | March 2011 | September 2011 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB750 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Pentax S1 enjoys outer dimensions of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung WB750 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Compare the Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB750 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the S1 against the WB750.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and WB750 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB750 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The photograph below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and WB750.
All in all, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Pentax S1 to produce greater detail with its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively.
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Pentax S1 vs Samsung WB750 Specifications
Pentax Optio S1 | Samsung WB750 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Pentax | Samsung |
Model | Pentax Optio S1 | Samsung WB750 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-03-02 | 2011-09-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 13MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4096 x 3072 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-432mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | On, Off, Fill, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30/15 fps), 640 x 480 (30/15 fps), 320x 240 fps (30/15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 157 gr (0.35 pounds) | 193 gr (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 59 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") |
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 photographs | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI92 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $174 | $339 |