Olympus E-P7 vs Pentax Q-S1

Below, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-P7 and Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the E-P7 (20MP) and Q-S1 (12MP) and the E-P7 (Four Thirds) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") come with totally different sensor size.

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The E-P7 was announced 6 years later than the Q-S1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the E-P7 grades versus the Q-S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus PEN E-P7 and Pentax Q-S1. The whole galleries are available at Olympus E-P7 Gallery and Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-P7 features outside dimensions of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 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 E-P7 and Pentax Q-S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the E-P7 versus the Q-S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P7 and Q-S1 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The visual here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-P7 and Q-S1.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-P7 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-P7 will produce greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher E-P7 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.