Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax Q-S1
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-196mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 176g - 102 x 59 x 27mm
- Released January 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Revealed August 2014
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Pentax Q-S1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Casio and Pentax. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the EX-ZR15 (16MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the EX-ZR15 (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") feature different sensor sizing.
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe EX-ZR15 was revealed 3 years prior to the Q-S1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-ZR15 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the EX-ZR15 grades against the Q-S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax Q-S1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 & Pentax Q-S1. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZR15 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZR15 over the Pentax Q-S1
EX-ZR15 | Q-S1 | |||
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Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Casio EX-ZR15
Q-S1 | EX-ZR15 | |||
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Revealed | August 2014 | January 2012 | More recent by 31 months |
Common features in the Casio EX-ZR15 and Pentax Q-S1
EX-ZR15 | Q-S1 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither offers Touch display |
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Casio EX-ZR15 offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax Q-S1 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
See the Casio EX-ZR15 versus Pentax Q-S1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the EX-ZR15 compared to the Q-S1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-ZR15 and Q-S1 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The photograph below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZR15 and Q-S1.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The EX-ZR15 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Casio EX-ZR15 will deliver greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older EX-ZR15 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Casio EX-ZR15 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Pentax |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-ZR15 | Pentax Q-S1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-01-09 | 2014-08-04 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Exilim Engine 5.0 | Q Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens focal range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 2cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 8 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | Super Clear TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.20 m | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 512 x 384 (30, 240 fps), 224 x 160 (480 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176 grams (0.39 lbs) | 203 grams (0.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | 325 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-110 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 seconds, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $249 | $250 |