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
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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.
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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.
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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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q size comparison Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E2S-vs-Pentax-Q-size-comparison.jpg)
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 top view buttons comparison Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E2S-vs-Pentax-Q-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
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 sensor size comparison Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Fujifilm-X-E2S-vs-Pentax-Q-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q Screen and ViewFinder
![Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q Screen and Viewfinder comparison Fujifilm X-E2S vs Pentax Q Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Fujifilm-X-E2S-vs-Pentax-Q-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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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 |