Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Pentax Q-S1
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 775g - 161 x 97 x 66mm
- Released September 2018
(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
- Announced August 2014
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Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Pentax Q-S1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50R (51MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50R (Medium format) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") offer different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm GFX 50R was announced 4 years after the Q-S1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm GFX 50R grades against the Q-S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50R over the Pentax Q-S1
| Fujifilm GFX 50R | Q-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2018 |  | August 2014 | More modern by 51 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display size | 3.2" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 2360k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+1900k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Fujifilm GFX 50R
| Q-S1 | Fujifilm GFX 50R |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Pentax Q-S1
| Fujifilm GFX 50R | Q-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen |
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50R provides outer measurements of 161mm x 97mm x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 775 grams (1.71 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm GFX 50R versus Pentax Q-S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50R vs the Q-S1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Q-S1 is 59 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The image here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm GFX 50R and Q-S1.
As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm GFX 50R using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50R will provide greater detail with its extra 39 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm GFX 50R provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm GFX 50R vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
| Fujifilm GFX 50R | Pentax Q-S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
| Model | Fujifilm GFX 50R | Pentax Q-S1 |
| Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2018-09-25 | 2014-08-04 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | X Processor Pro | Q Engine |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | Medium format | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor surface area | 1,452.0mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 51MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 117 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Fujifilm G | Pentax Q |
| Amount of lenses | 12 | 8 |
| Crop factor | 0.8 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 2,360 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.97x | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 360 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
| Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 5.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, off | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/125 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 775 gr (1.71 pounds) | 203 gr (0.45 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 161 x 97 x 66mm (6.3" x 3.8" x 2.6") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | 400 images | 250 images |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-T125 | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots, UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | Dual | Single |
| Cost at launch | $4,499 | $250 |