Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Announced January 2016
- Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-E2
- Updated by Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Launched June 2011
- Newer Model is Pentax Q10

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Fujifilm X-E2S and Pentax Q, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and Q (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and Q (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

The Fujifilm X-E2S was manufactured 4 years after the Q which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up against the Q for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2S & Pentax Q. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-E2S | Q | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | June 2011 | Newer by 56 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Fujifilm X-E2S
Q | Fujifilm X-E2S |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Pentax Q
Fujifilm X-E2S | Q | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2S offers outer 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) whilst the Pentax Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-E2S and Pentax Q in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S and the Q.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and Q is 85 and 93 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Q.
Clearly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E2S will produce greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-E2S is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2S | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E2S | Pentax Q |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2016-01-15 | 2011-06-23 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 368.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
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 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 77 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Pentax Q |
Total lenses | 54 | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 5.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350g (0.77 lbs) | 180g (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photographs | 230 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $599 | $695 |