Pentax S1 vs Sony RX100 V

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Pentax S1 vs Sony RX100 V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the S1 (14MP) and RX100 V (20MP) and the S1 (1/2.3") and RX100 V (1") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S1 was revealed 6 years earlier than the RX100 V which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 V being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S1 matches up vs the RX100 V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio S1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax S1 Gallery and Sony RX100 V Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Pentax S1 features physical 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 Sony RX100 V has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S1 against the RX100 V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and RX100 V is 93 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and RX100 V.

As you can see, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S1 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX100 V will offer you more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged S1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.