Fujifilm X-T20 vs Pentax Q-S1

Below, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-T20 versus Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T20 (24MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T20 (APS-C) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") possess different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-T20 was revealed 2 years after the Q-S1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X-T20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-T20 matches up versus the Q-S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T20 & Pentax Q-S1. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T20 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-T20 features outside measurements of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) and the Pentax Q-S1 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-T20 versus Pentax Q-S1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T20 vs the Q-S1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T20 and Q-S1 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Often, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-T20 and Q-S1.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-T20 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T20 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-T20 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.