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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q-S1

Portability
74
Imaging
67
Features
75
Overall
70
Fujifilm X-Pro2 front
 
Pentax Q-S1 front
Portability
92
Imaging
38
Features
54
Overall
44

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-Pro2
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 495g - 141 x 83 x 56mm
  • Released January 2016
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-Pro1
  • New Model is Fujifilm X-Pro3
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
  • Released August 2014
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview

In this article, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Pentax Q-S1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (24MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 (APS-C) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro2 was unveiled 18 months later than the Q-S1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-Pro2 scores vs the Q-S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro2 over the Pentax Q-S1

 Fujifilm X-Pro2 Q-S1 
ReleasedJanuary 2016August 2014Fresher by 18 months
Screen resolution1620k460kCrisper screen (+1160k dot)

Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Fujifilm X-Pro2

 Q-S1 Fujifilm X-Pro2 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Pentax Q-S1

 Fujifilm X-Pro2 Q-S1 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurement
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Neither offers Touch screen

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 offers physical dimensions of 141mm x 83mm x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Pentax Q-S1 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Pentax Q-S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs the Q-S1.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q-S1 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Q-S1 is 74 and 92 respectively.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q-S1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Q-S1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-Pro2 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-Pro2 will provide greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-Pro2 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q-S1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Portrait photography info
Pentax Q-S1 Portrait photography info
80
you can focus manually
MP count good (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
46
focusing manually
provides face detection focus
delivers RAW formats
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Street photography features
Pentax Q-S1 Street photography features
67
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
weather proofing
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
69
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than competition in class (203 grams)
no moving screen
small sensor size (1/1.7")
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Sports photography details
Pentax Q-S1 Sports photography details
72
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
MP count good (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
weather proofing
comes with phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery power (350 shots)
37
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
provides tracking autofocus
max fps low (5.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
terrible battery life (250 shots)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 as a Travel photography camera
Pentax Q-S1 as a Travel photography camera
63
weather proofing
MP count good (24MP)
not so great battery power (350 shots)
display is not selfie friendly
60
lighter than competition in class (203 grams)
has built in flash
terrible battery life (250 shots)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Landscape photography advice
Pentax Q-S1 Landscape photography advice
75
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3")
MP count good (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
exports RAW formats
weather proofing
has dual storage slots
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery power (350 shots)
55
focusing manually
switch lenses (Pentax Q mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
delivers RAW formats
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/1.7")
terrible battery life (250 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-Pro2 Vlogging info
Pentax Q-S1 Vlogging info
33
provides face detection focusing
high video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have external mic jack
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
35
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
provides face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (203 grams)
does not contain selfie friendly display
missing external microphone port
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Fujifilm X-Pro2 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-Pro2 and Pentax Q-S1
 Fujifilm X-Pro2Pentax Q-S1
General Information
Company FujiFilm Pentax
Model type Fujifilm X-Pro2 Pentax Q-S1
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2016-01-15 2014-08-04
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor III Q Engine
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1/1.7"
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 24MP 12MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 12800 12800
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW images
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 273 -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Pentax Q
Number of lenses 54 8
Crop factor 1.5 4.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3" 3"
Display resolution 1,620 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic and Optical (tunnel) None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 92% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.6x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 secs 30 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 secs 1/8000 secs
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000 secs -
Continuous shutter speed 8.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 4.90 m (at ISO 100)
Flash modes Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, suppressed flash, rear-curtain synchro, commander) Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/250 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 3840x2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25,p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 495g (1.09 pounds) 203g (0.45 pounds)
Dimensions 141 x 83 x 56mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 2.2") 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 NP-W126 D-LI68
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC (Dual slots, UHS-II support in slot 1) SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Dual One
Retail pricing $1,700 $250