Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q-S1
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 383g - 118 x 83 x 47mm
- Revealed February 2019
- Superseded the Fujifilm X-T20
- New Model is Fujifilm X-T30 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 203g - 105 x 58 x 34mm
- Announced August 2014
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Fujifilm X-T30 and Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 (26MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-T30 (APS-C) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") offer different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Fujifilm X-T30 was released 4 years after the Q-S1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm X-T30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-T30 scores against the Q-S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-T30 & Pentax Q-S1. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T30 over the Pentax Q-S1
| Fujifilm X-T30 | Q-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2019 |  | August 2014 | Newer by 56 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 460k | Sharper display (+580k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Fujifilm X-T30
| Q-S1 | Fujifilm X-T30 |
|---|
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Pentax Q-S1
| Fujifilm X-T30 | Q-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 features physical dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-T30 and Pentax Q-S1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 against the Q-S1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 and Q-S1 is 82 and 92 respectively.
Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T30 and Q-S1.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T30 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X-T30 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T30 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm X-T30 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-T30 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | FujiFilm | Pentax |
| Model | Fujifilm X-T30 | Pentax Q-S1 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2019-02-14 | 2014-08-04 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | X-Processor 4 | Q Engine |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor area | 366.6mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 26MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 425 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Pentax Q |
| Amount of lenses | 54 | 8 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Max silent shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | - |
| Continuous shutter rate | 20.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, manual, commander | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
| Max video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 383 grams (0.84 lbs) | 203 grams (0.45 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 118 x 83 x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 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 | 380 shots | 250 shots |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | NP-W126S | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $899 | $250 |