Pentax S1 vs Sony RX100 VI

Below, we are contrasting the Pentax S1 versus Sony RX100 VI, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1 (14MP) and RX100 VI (20MP) and the S1 (1/2.3") and RX100 VI (1") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was brought out 8 years before the RX100 VI and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax S1 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VI being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the S1 matches up versus the RX100 VI with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio S1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax S1 Gallery and Sony RX100 VI Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Pentax S1 has got exterior 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) whilst the Sony RX100 VI has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax S1 versus Sony RX100 VI in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the S1 against the RX100 VI.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1 and RX100 VI is 93 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and RX100 VI.

To sum up, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Sony RX100 VI will give you extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The older S1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.