Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax Q-S1
Portability
86 Imaging
47 Features
43 Overall
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86 Imaging
47 Features
43 Overall
45
Portability
92 Imaging
38 Features
54 Overall
44
92 Imaging
38 Features
54 Overall
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax Q-S1 Key Specs
Olympus E-PL1s
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Revealed November 2010
- Replaced the Olympus E-PL1
- Refreshed by Olympus E-PL2
Pentax Q-S1
(Full Review)
(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
- Revealed August 2014
Photography Glossary Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax Q-S1 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Olympus E-PL1s versus Pentax Q-S1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Olympus and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the E-PL1s (12MP) and the Q-S1 (12MP) is fairly close but the E-PL1s (Four Thirds) and Q-S1 (1/1.7") feature totally different sensor sizes.
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Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the E-PL1s matches up against the Q-S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-PL1s & Pentax Q-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus E-PL1s Gallery & Pentax Q-S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Pentax Q-S1
| E-PL1s | Q-S1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Pentax Q-S1 over the Olympus E-PL1s
| Q-S1 | E-PL1s | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2014 |  | November 2010 | Fresher by 45 months |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PL1s and Pentax Q-S1
| E-PL1s | Q-S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax Q-S1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PL1s has got outside measurements of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 334 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).
Contrast the Olympus E-PL1s versus Pentax Q-S1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the E-PL1s vs the Q-S1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-PL1s and Q-S1 is 86 and 92 respectively.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax Q-S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the E-PL1s and Q-S1.
As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The E-PL1s has the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The older E-PL1s will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax Q-S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Olympus E-PL1s Portrait photography information
Pentax Q-S1 Portrait photography information
manual focus
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
features face detect focusing
saves RAW files
megapixel count low (12MP)
you can focus manually
offers face detect focus
delivers RAW formats
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/1.7")
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Pentax Q-S1 Street photography info
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
screen does not articulate
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than others in class (203 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/1.7")
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Sports photography with Olympus E-PL1s
Sports photography with Pentax Q-S1
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
features tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (3.0 frames/s)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
terrible battery (290 shots)
no phase detect AF
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers tracking focus
max fps very slow (5.0 frames per second)
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/1.7")
not so great battery life (250 per charge)
no phase detect auto focus
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Olympus E-PL1s Travel photography details
Pentax Q-S1 Travel photography details
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse mode
terrible battery (290 CIPA)
megapixel count low (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
lighter than others in class (203 grams)
flash built-in
not so great battery life (250 CIPA)
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
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Olympus E-PL1s Landscape photography features
Pentax Q-S1 Landscape photography features
manual focus
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is nice (Four Thirds)
saves RAW files
tiny screen (2.7 inches)
megapixel count low (12MP)
terrible battery (290 CIPA)
does not have Time Lapse mode
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Pentax Q mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
delivers RAW formats
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/1.7")
not so great battery life (250 shots)
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Pentax Q-S1 Vlogging info
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
features face detect focusing
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic port
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than others in class (203g)
does not have a selfie friendly display
no mic support
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Olympus E-PL1s vs Pentax Q-S1 Specifications
| Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Pentax Q-S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Olympus | Pentax |
| Model type | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | Pentax Q-S1 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2010-11-16 | 2014-08-04 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Truepic V | Q Engine |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/1.7" |
| Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
| Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 41.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 11 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax Q |
| Available lenses | 107 | 8 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 4.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 10.00 m | 4.90 m (at ISO 100) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, redeye reduction, slow sync, trailing curtain sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/160s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30,25, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30, 25, 24p), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 334 grams (0.74 pounds) | 203 grams (0.45 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 105 x 58 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 290 pictures | 250 pictures |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | BLS-1 | D-LI68 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Pricing at release | $599 | $250 |