Fujifilm X-E2 vs Pentax Q-S1
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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Launched March 2014
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-E1
- Updated by Fujifilm X-E2S
(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
- Launched August 2014

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-E2 and Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor size.

The Fujifilm X-E2 was manufactured 5 months before the Q-S1 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E2 matches up vs the Q-S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2 & Pentax Q-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Pentax Q-S1
Fujifilm X-E2 | Q-S1 | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Fujifilm X-E2
Q-S1 | Fujifilm X-E2 |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Pentax Q-S1
Fujifilm X-E2 | Q-S1 | |||
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Launched | March 2014 | ![]() | August 2014 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X-E2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-E2 has got physical measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Pentax Q-S1 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm X-E2 and Pentax Q-S1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 against the Q-S1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2 and Q-S1 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The visual here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2 and Q-S1.
All in all, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E2 will render more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively.

Fujifilm X-E2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E2 | Pentax Q-S1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2014-03-05 | 2014-08-04 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | Q Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/1.7" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | Pentax Q |
Number of lenses | 54 | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/180 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350g (0.77 pounds) | 203g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 250 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | W126 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $450 | $250 |