Pentax S1 vs Sony HX30V

Lets look a bit more closely at the Pentax S1 versus Sony HX30V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the S1 (14MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1 was revealed 12 months prior to the HX30V and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the S1 matches up against the HX30V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio S1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The full galleries are available at Pentax S1 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax S1 has got physical measurements of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Sony HX30V has sizing of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax S1 versus Sony HX30V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S1 vs the HX30V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and HX30V is 93 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and HX30V.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX30V to deliver greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged S1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.