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i83N · 08-20-2014, 01:16 PM

Pentax K-S1 camera specifications | Photo Rumors

JinDesu · 08-20-2014, 01:18 PM

20MP sensor huh...

120mm x 92.5mm x 69.5mm vs SL1 at 117 x 91 x 69 mm
So technically as small, but not smaller than the SL1

i83N · 08-20-2014, 01:19 PM

Originally posted by JinDesu

20MP sensor huh...

120mm x 92.5mm x 69.5mm vs SL1 at 117 x 91 x 69 mm
So technically as small, but not smaller than the SL1

Mind SR inside

---------- Post added 08-20-14 at 23:20 ----------

Kind like that grey color...

JinDesu · 08-20-2014, 01:21 PM

No it's not a complaint, just an observation. The SL1 is the smallest dlsr on market right now, so getting that close is good enough in my opinion.

i83N · 08-20-2014, 01:23 PM

Originally posted by JinDesu

No it's not a complaint, just an observation. The SL1 is the smallest dlsr on market right now, so getting that close is good enough in my opinion.

don’t took that as a complain.

**luftfluss** · 08-20-2014, 01:24 PM

I don't know what the SL1 is like, but earlier Rebels I tried felt really poorly constructed. I hope the K-S1 feels as good as previous Pentax entry-level models.

JinDesu · 08-20-2014, 01:26 PM

Originally posted by luftfluss

I don't know what the SL1 is like, but earlier Rebels I tried felt really poorly constructed. I hope the K-S1 feels as good as previous Pentax entry-level models.

Think of a lighter Rebel lol. The k-x is similarly sized, but feels a ton tougher. I'm guessing the K-S1 will continue that tradition.

Kunzite · 08-20-2014, 01:28 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by JinDesu

20MP sensor huh...

120mm x 92.5mm x 69.5mm vs SL1 at 117 x 91 x 69 mm
So technically as small, but not smaller than the SL1

By 3x1.5x0.5mm - with SR and 100% pentaprism. Wow.
I wonder if it still has the typical Pentax stainless steel chassis (quite likely)

L.E. The SL1 is an empty miniature plastic camera shell somehow capable of taking pictures

**THoog** · 08-20-2014, 01:41 PM

I think the K-S1 may turn out to be a hair larger than the SL1 in overall dimensions, but actually take up less volume because of the shape of the body and grip.

In specs, the K-S1 does look like a worthy successor to the K-m/K-x "minis". I wonder if it will have focus points in the viewer? The LCD in the back view seems to display the selected focus point, which would be a step up from no focus points at all.

Kunzite · 08-20-2014, 01:43 PM

Insignificantly larger (spec sheet comparing - I agree about the volume), but heavier. SR + pentaprism + better construction (anything is better built than an entry level Canon!)

AldaCZ · 08-20-2014, 01:51 PM

Originally posted by Kunzite

By 3x1.5x0.5mm - with SR and 100% pentaprism. Wow.
I wonder if it still has the typical Pentax stainless steel chassis (quite likely)

L.E. The SL1 is an empty miniature plastic camera shell somehow capable of taking pictures

I compared it(SL1) in a shop with K30..SL1 feels as heavy as 17-50/2.8 zoom and it feels lighter than Canon G12

, SL1 is like an empty case.

SL1 doesn't have any grip but it has nice button layout..

Joshua A · 08-20-2014, 01:55 PM

As long as it's WR, its okay in my books. Pentax just shouldn't sell non WR cameras or lenses, to keep everything smile of consumers.

**stevebrot** · 08-20-2014, 03:36 PM

Originally posted by Joshua A

As long as it's WR, its okay in my books. Pentax just shouldn't sell non WR cameras or lenses, to keep everything smile of consumers.

If it is WR, it would say so.

Stevd

mee · 08-20-2014, 04:10 PM

Originally posted by JinDesu

Think of a lighter Rebel lol. The k-x is similarly sized, but feels a ton tougher. I'm guessing the K-S1 will continue that tradition.

The K-x was a nice size for me! It felt sturdy but wasn't a brick.

I still think the design looks like a networking appliance though.

20MP sensor? Is that from Sony? Does this mean Pentax would use Sony's sensor in the A7 then in the future? (see what I did there wink wink nudge nudge)

**stevebrot** · 08-20-2014, 05:13 PM

Originally posted by mee

I still think the design looks like a networking appliance though.

Looks at DSL router...Looks back at camera...Looks at router again. It is obvious! The K-S1 is a wireless router posing as a camera!

Steve

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THoog Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: North Carolina Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 3,684	I think the K-S1 may turn out to be a hair larger than the SL1 in overall dimensions, but actually take up less volume because of the shape of the body and grip. In specs, the K-S1 does look like a worthy successor to the K-m/K-x "minis". I wonder if it will have focus points in the viewer? The LCD in the back view seems to display the selected focus point, which would be a step up from no focus points at all. Last edited by THoog; 08-20-2014 at 01:50 PM.

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08-20-2014, 01:18 PM	#2
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,638	20MP sensor huh... 120mm x 92.5mm x 69.5mm vs SL1 at 117 x 91 x 69 mm So technically as small, but not smaller than the SL1

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i83N Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lithuania Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,203 Original Poster	Originally posted by JinDesu 20MP sensor huh... 120mm x 92.5mm x 69.5mm vs SL1 at 117 x 91 x 69 mm So technically as small, but not smaller than the SL1 Mind SR inside ---------- Post added 08-20-14 at 23:20 ---------- Kind like that grey color...

08-20-2014, 01:21 PM	#4
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,638	No it's not a complaint, just an observation. The SL1 is the smallest dlsr on market right now, so getting that close is good enough in my opinion.

08-20-2014, 01:23 PM	#5
i83N Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Lithuania Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,203 Original Poster	Originally posted by JinDesu No it's not a complaint, just an observation. The SL1 is the smallest dlsr on market right now, so getting that close is good enough in my opinion. don’t took that as a complain.

08-20-2014, 01:24 PM	#6
luftfluss Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: NJ Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 11,281	I don't know what the SL1 is like, but earlier Rebels I tried felt really poorly constructed. I hope the K-S1 feels as good as previous Pentax entry-level models.

08-20-2014, 01:26 PM	#7
JinDesu Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: New York City Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,638	Originally posted by luftfluss I don't know what the SL1 is like, but earlier Rebels I tried felt really poorly constructed. I hope the K-S1 feels as good as previous Pentax entry-level models. Think of a lighter Rebel lol. The k-x is similarly sized, but feels a ton tougher. I'm guessing the K-S1 will continue that tradition.

08-20-2014, 01:28 PM - 1 Like	#8
Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 15,131	Originally posted by JinDesu 20MP sensor huh... 120mm x 92.5mm x 69.5mm vs SL1 at 117 x 91 x 69 mm So technically as small, but not smaller than the SL1 By 3x1.5x0.5mm - with SR and 100% pentaprism. Wow. I wonder if it still has the typical Pentax stainless steel chassis (quite likely) L.E. The SL1 is an empty miniature plastic camera shell somehow capable of taking pictures

08-20-2014, 01:43 PM	#10
Kunzite Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Romania Posts: 15,131	Insignificantly larger (spec sheet comparing - I agree about the volume), but heavier. SR + pentaprism + better construction (anything is better built than an entry level Canon!)

08-20-2014, 01:51 PM	#11
AldaCZ Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: North Bohemia Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,251	Originally posted by Kunzite By 3x1.5x0.5mm - with SR and 100% pentaprism. Wow. I wonder if it still has the typical Pentax stainless steel chassis (quite likely) L.E. The SL1 is an empty miniature plastic camera shell somehow capable of taking pictures I compared it(SL1) in a shop with K30..SL1 feels as heavy as 17-50/2.8 zoom and it feels lighter than Canon G12 , SL1 is like an empty case. SL1 doesn't have any grip but it has nice button layout..

08-20-2014, 01:55 PM	#12
Joshua A Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Melbourne Photos: Albums Posts: 273	As long as it's WR, its okay in my books. Pentax just shouldn't sell non WR cameras or lenses, to keep everything smile of consumers.

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08-20-2014, 03:36 PM	#13
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by Joshua A As long as it's WR, its okay in my books. Pentax just shouldn't sell non WR cameras or lenses, to keep everything smile of consumers. If it is WR, it would say so. Stevd

08-20-2014, 04:10 PM	#14
mee Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 7,403	Originally posted by JinDesu Think of a lighter Rebel lol. The k-x is similarly sized, but feels a ton tougher. I'm guessing the K-S1 will continue that tradition. The K-x was a nice size for me! It felt sturdy but wasn't a brick. I still think the design looks like a networking appliance though. 20MP sensor? Is that from Sony? Does this mean Pentax would use Sony's sensor in the A7 then in the future? (see what I did there wink wink nudge nudge)

08-20-2014, 05:13 PM	#15
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by mee I still think the design looks like a networking appliance though. Looks at DSL router...Looks back at camera...Looks at router again. It is obvious! The K-S1 is a wireless router posing as a camera! Steve