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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax Q-S1

Portability
80
Imaging
57
Features
52
Overall
55
Fujifilm X-Pro1 front
 
Pentax Q-S1 front
Portability
92
Imaging
38
Features
54
Overall
44

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-Pro1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 450g - 140 x 82 x 43mm
  • Introduced June 2012
  • New Model is Fujifilm X-Pro2
Pentax Q-S1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax Q Mount
  • 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
  • Announced August 2014
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview

Following is a in depth assessment of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax Q-S1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was launched 3 years earlier than the Q-S1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 scores versus the Q-S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro1 over the Pentax Q-S1

 Fujifilm X-Pro1 Q-S1 
Screen resolution1230k460kCrisper screen (+770k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Fujifilm X-Pro1

 Q-S1 Fujifilm X-Pro1 
AnnouncedAugust 2014June 2012More modern by 25 months

Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Pentax Q-S1

 Fujifilm X-Pro1 Q-S1 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen size
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 features exterior dimensions of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") and a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus the Q-S1.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax Q-S1 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Q-S1 is 80 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax Q-S1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Q-S1.

Clearly, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-Pro1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax Q-S1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Portrait photography info
Pentax Q-S1 Portrait photography info
74
manual focus
good MP (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
46
has manual focus
supports face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Street photography information
Pentax Q-S1 Street photography information
64
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
69
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
delivers RAW files
lighter than competitors (203g)
no moving screen
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Sports photography factors
Pentax Q-S1 Sports photography factors
45
good MP (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
slow frames per second (6.0 fps)
no image stabilization
low battery life (300 CIPA)
no phase detect autofocus
37
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports tracking focus
low fps (5.0 frames per second)
low MP (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
low battery life (250 per charge)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Travel photography factors
Pentax Q-S1 Travel photography factors
53
good MP (16 megapixels)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
low battery life (300 shots)
does not contain selfie friendly display
60
lighter than competitors (203 grams)
built-in flash
low battery life (250 CIPA)
low MP (12 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro1 Landscape photography factors
Pentax Q-S1 Landscape photography factors
65
manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
good MP (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
no anti-alias filter
delivers RAW files
no image stabilization
low battery life (300 CIPA)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
55
has manual focus
switch lenses (Pentax Q mount)
good sized screen (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
delivers RAW files
low MP (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/1.7")
low battery life (250 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-Pro1
Vlogging with Pentax Q-S1
26
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does not contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
doesn't have mic port
35
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
supports face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors (203 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of mic support
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Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Pentax Q-S1
 Fujifilm X-Pro1Pentax Q-S1
General Information
Brand FujiFilm Pentax
Model Fujifilm X-Pro1 Pentax Q-S1
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2012-06-28 2014-08-04
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Pro Q Engine
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1/1.7"
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4896 x 3264 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 12800
Max enhanced ISO 25600 -
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Pentax Q
Available lenses 54 8
Crop factor 1.5 4.8
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 1,230 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic and Optical (tunnel) None
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.6x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate 6.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 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
AEB
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 450g (0.99 pounds) 203g (0.45 pounds)
Physical dimensions 140 x 82 x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 300 pictures 250 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $1,169 $250