Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax Q-S1
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 146g - 93 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched January 2010
(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
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Olympus FE-4030 versus Pentax Q-S1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. The image resolution of the FE-4030 (14MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the FE-4030 (1/2.3") and Q-S1 (1/1.7") provide different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FE-4030 was launched 5 years prior to the Q-S1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus FE-4030 being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FE-4030 scores versus the Q-S1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax Q-S1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax Q-S1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Pentax Q-S1
FE-4030 | Q-S1 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Olympus FE-4030
Q-S1 | FE-4030 | |||
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Announced | August 2014 | January 2010 | More modern by 55 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Pentax Q-S1
FE-4030 | Q-S1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4030 offers external measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has sizing of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus FE-4030 versus Pentax Q-S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FE-4030 and the Q-S1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FE-4030 and Q-S1 is 95 and 92 respectively.
Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FE-4030 and Q-S1.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FE-4030 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Olympus FE-4030 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FE-4030 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Pentax Q-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Pentax |
Model type | Olympus FE-4030 | Pentax Q-S1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-01-07 | 2014-08-04 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Q Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 4cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146 gr (0.32 lbs) | 203 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 250 photographs |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $130 | $250 |