Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax Q-S1

Let's examine more in depth at the Olympus E-M1X vs Pentax Q-S1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the E-M1X (20MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the E-M1X (Four Thirds) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M1X was manufactured 4 years later than the Q-S1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus E-M1X being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax Q-S1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the E-M1X scores vs the Q-S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus OM-D E-M1X and Pentax Q-S1. The entire galleries are available at Olympus E-M1X Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus E-M1X has outer dimensions of 144mm x 147mm x 75mm (5.7" x 5.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 997 grams (2.20 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q-S1 has specifications of 105mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the E-M1X vs the Q-S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1X and Q-S1 is 54 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the E-M1X and Q-S1.

All in all, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-M1X due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Olympus E-M1X will produce more detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent E-M1X will have an advantage in sensor innovation.