Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q-S1

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") have different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was unveiled 3 years after the Q-S1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E3 matches up vs the Q-S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E3 and Pentax Q-S1. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E3 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 provides outer dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has dimensions 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 Fujifilm X-E3 vs Pentax Q-S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 versus the Q-S1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E3 and Q-S1 is 85 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Q-S1.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm X-E3 will result in greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E3 should have an advantage in sensor tech.